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E X C L U S I V E L Y   Y O U R S

A WangXian Omegaverse FanFic

CEO Wangji of Cloud Recesses Entertainment, the largest entertainment company hosting thousands of internationally successful idols and artists, is at the right age to find his mate. Ranked as second most eligible Alpha of the Country, every Omega is dying to have a night of passion with him.  But with his Ice-like attitude, no one dared to approach and try to win the Silver Alpha’s Affection.

Wei Ying is a dancer in the Lotus Emperor Crew, but after months of lousy gigs, the group is on the verge of disbanding. After one and more of his friends having an alpha on their own, even his closest friends Wen Ning and Jian Cheng. And when the day of his doom finally came, Wei Ying is left homeless and penniless.

As an Omega, his only resort would be selling himself to a brothel. Even though the omega dreams of a hot alpha finally sweeping him off his feet. Seems like it would all be a fantasy.

On his first day, Wei Ying’s entire night was booked by a stranger in the name of ‘Lan’. Could it be the same man who owns the Largest Entertainment Company that he has been dreaming being a part of?

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[ O M E G A V E R S E ]

Omegaverse is an alternative universe where males are able to get pregnant and where partners are bound by their attraction to a certain person that the Moon Deity Luna made for their Secondary Genders.

The moment, a person is born, his soul is already connected to someone, somewhere in the world.

∙ P R E S E N T I N G ∙

- The phenomena that determines and shows a person’s secondary gender is coined as Presenting.

- A person’s secondary gender can show as early at the age of 12 up to their 20’s

- At the age of twelve, the teenager will experience a week of fever while their body adjusts to the new changes in shaping them to their secondary gender.

- A Beta experiences fever for three days. An Alpha experiences fever on the span of a week characterized by irritability and growling tendencies. An Omega experience fever at the same span as an Alpha but with greater amount of pain due to their body reforming to be able to carry a child.

- Most of the kids that presented and had a fever survives but with extreme circumstances, a child may not survive. Usually the one’s with an Omega Gender.

∙ H I E R A R C H Y ∙

Alpha,Beta,Omega

∙ B I O L O G Y ∙

α ALPHA α

- partakes 30% of the population of the Beast Race [ 65% are male, 35% are female ]

- characterized by their Dominant Attitude and scent.

- due to their in-born super strength and excellent intellect, most of their kind are high-ranking officials.

- They possess an absolute dominance that can order an Omega due to their submissive nature.

- They are very possessive.

- They have stronger sense of smell.

[ PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES ]

- Alphas have larger and stronger stature than Omegas. - With the right amount of training, Alpha’s are very good in combat with strength to their advantage.

- They Have knots that are only present during mating.

- They are…very much and oh-so-well endowed.

- Male Alpha’s don’t have uterus or ovaries, thus, impregnation is impossible. A Female Alpha can be impregnated but it the chance is rare to nothing.

- Female Alphas are retractile and only shows in times of mating and breeding.

Ω OMEGA Ω

- consists of the 20% of the population [ 98% are female 2% are male ]

- Characterized with sweeter and more (yummier?) softer scent.

- Omegas are very emotional beings that needs love, care and affection.

- They are very submissive to an Alpha’s command that sometimes cause harassment and abuse.

- They are very caring and sometimes sociable that they take up most of the Clerk and Social jobs.

[ PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES ]

- Omega’s are utterly and irrevocably shorter than Alpha’s they are also below the Alpha in terms of strength but their agility is their advantage.

- Omegas generally have petite and slim frames. Males tend to look more feminine and soft looking. They have wide child-bearing hips, narrow shoulders and have no hairs on their privates and armpits.

β BETA β

- 50% of the beast race

- Normal citizens with skills that are ahead of the Omega but does not exceed the Alpha .

- They don’t experience heat and does not react with ruts and heat scents.

- They are usually employed as doctors and hospital staffs.

- Though not as much as the Alpha, Betas are very intelligent.

- Betas have scents that are not sweet like Omegas nor as sharp and strong as Alphas.

∙ MATING RITUAL ∙

There are five stages of MATING This one focuses with an Alpha-Omega pair but this ritual generally happens with Betas too. The Alphas are usually the one to actually initiate the ritual.

[1] Imprinting

The pair’s first meeting and the moment where they become aware of the presence of each other. Their eyes will always and always will meet no matter where they are. Also the stage of 'Denial'. Some may try to resist it, but jokes on them. The Dominant will feel intense emotions to the Submissive and the Submissive to the Dom.

[2] Courting

The Alpha usually initiates the courting stage in but an Omega initiating it never questionable. At this stage, the Alpha will be very forward on its intention. The Alpha will try and show that he is the perfect pair to provide and care for him during his heat and his young. He’ll make food, provide a nest or in some cases bring them to their own den, and ward off any potential competitors. The Omega will show acceptance by accepting the Alpha’s gesture and allowing the Alpha on his/her personal space. On the other hand, Omegas initiate courting by also providing for their Alpha. They will show off their domestic skills like cooking, knitting and many more. Usually, an omega knits or give something to the Alpha that have their scent on it. The Alpha will show acceptance by taking the gift and showing it off to ward off other Omegas and show that they are courting. The Omegas will be very wary of their appearance and body at this stage in fear of a failed courting.

[3] Scenting

The Pair have partially accepted each other’s company and have established a stronger bond of affection towards each other. By each other’s permission, they will scent their pair on their major scent glands. On their neck, wrists, and legs. A scented omega will be a No-go but some assholes will try to fish them away which usually creates ruckus. Due to this, scented pairs are soon transferred into a different ward for privacy, where other scented pairs reside. A scented Alpha attracts a lot of attention since a scented alpha means a strong Alpha. Omegas may try to steal him and once again, cause war.

[4] Mating & Marking

The Pair’s first intercourse. This stage can happen in an Alpha’s Rut or an Omega’s heat, depending on the pair. But the usual choice is the Omega’s heat. The Alpha’s want to bond their pair when they can think somewhat clearly and protect their mate from harm. At the height of pleasure, the Alpha’s will bite their pair on their Nape. This will establish a permanent bond on the Pair. They will be able to sense his mate’s distress, happiness and sadness. The Omega will be filled with happiness in securing a strong mate and would be very clingy. The Omegas can also bite the Alpha but it depends on the pair. It is a very serious matter, since if an Omega bite an Alpha, the Alpha will not be able to take another pair even after their pair have passed.

[5] Bonding

After the mating ritual, the pair will undergo the bonding ceremony. The bonding ceremony is the most sacred and something akin to a marriage.

∙ MATING CYCLE/HEAT ∙

α RUT α

-Alpha’s are the only one to experience this once every three months during full moons.

- An unmated Alpha must be confined in an enclosed space with scent blockers to avoid complicated situations. During this moments, an unmated alpha will release intense pheromones that attract possible unmated Omegas to pair and spend it with.

-During ruts, the mated Alpha’s baser and most primitive instinct takes over. The Inner Alpha takes over with only two things in mind.

 Breed Mate  Protect and claim Mate

-Alpha’s tend to be more violent and almost feral during these times. Any scent that doesn’t belong to their mate could make them feral and become very protective around their mate.

- An Alpha’s rut lasts three to five days depending if they are mated or not.

- If an alpha is mated, prior to his Rut night, an alpha scents his and his omega’s room to ward off intruders and challengers.

- AN alpha suddenly goes into a RUT if they ever scent their mate in the vicinity for the first time ever.

∙ KNOT

-  During mating, an protuberance forms at the base of an Alpha’s penis.

- The purpose of this is to secure a successful breeding of pups with their mate.

- AN Alpha’s Knot lasts an average of 45 minutes, so a comfortable position is suggested during this moments.

- An Alpha’s knot produces a lot of semen that would most likely knock up their mate on high chances depending on the dynamics.

- Knots are very pleasurable and the (goal?) of many omegas.

Ω HEAT Ω

- Omega’s are the one to experience this once a month during New Moons

- An unmated Omega experiencing heat is very painful. The desire to get off and be sated is high but is impossible without a mate to spend it. Their scent becomes very intense and must be in a confined room to avoid harassment since their scent will absolutely drive Alphas mad.

- During heats are the moments where Omegas are in an above the clouds state. Like the Alpha, they only have to thoughts of breeding and producing pups for their Alpha.

- Their emotional state are on haywire on these moments that not having their Alpha on sight would mean abandonment. Stocking up supplies on heat is highly advisable and an important matter.

- An Omega’s heat lasts from four to seven days, depending if they are mated or not.

- After their heat, Mated Omegas have high chances of conceiving. Failure in conceiving pups might hurt and put the Omega in depression. They will think that they are very useless. An Alpha’s comfort is very, very much needed.

- AN omega will suddenly go into heat if they meet their alpha for the first time. It's sole purpose is to attract their mate and to secure a successful bonding.

∙ SLICK

- During mating, heat or when an omega is sexually…excited, they produce a secretion called slick.

- This is a translucent substance that will act as a lubricant on an Omega’s entrance so that an Alpha’s Dick can go through without much pain.

- The slick of Omegas are described to be as enticing as their scent during heat and tastes very sweet.

∙ OTHER SIGNIFICANT TERMS ∙

[ N E S T I N G ]

- The cause of nesting vary on an Omegas emotional state, when they are anxious, afraid or when they are in heat. But their nesting becomes more complicated when they are pregnant.

- In pregnancy, just like in their heats, Omegas feels the urge or pull to create a nest in preparation of the arrival of their pups. They will need a whole lot of fluffy pillows and blankets and mattress (with their Alpha’s scent) that they will arrange in their chosen room according to their liking.

- Moving a thing from the Omega’s original placing without their permission may result to a misunderstanding and might cause stress to the Omega.

- DO NOT go inside, take a peek or touch anything without an Omega’s permission. Nesting is as sacred at the bonding ceremony and should be something that only them and their Alpha will share.

[ GUARDING ]

- An Alpha will experience a full-blown protective mode if their mate’s or young’s mate is on Danger. Anyone in close proximity to their Omega or Young is considered a threat (even if they are family) and a wrong action might cause the Alpha to Attack.

[ DROP ]

- Omega’s under a deep stress or anxiety will experience a serious mental breakdown or Drop.

- At these moments, the Omegas emotional state will hit rock bottom and will not respond to any active stimulus. - Continued exposure to this will cause great damage to an Omegas mental health that may put them into Comma.

- Only a medical induced coma (which is a very risky option) or their Alpha can pull an omega from their Drop.

- After a drop, the omega will be very emotional and clingy.

[ SUPPRESSANTS ]
- Are medicine taken by an Alpha or Omega to suppress their heats and tuts
- This very expensive and yet it have many negative side effects
- An Alpha will feel very angry and hostile and weak after taking suppressants while an omega will feel sick, nauseous.

 
[ CONDOMS AND SHOTS ]
- Are medicine for pairs who have yet to prepare for pups.
- A condom is very uncomfortable for Alphas but thanks God for science that they have ultra-thin and expanding condoms now.
- Shots are contraceptives taken by Omegas to prevent early pregnancies, though only few omegas take this due to their inner Omega and they themselves, rejecting the idea of not having their Alpha’s pups.

* SAUCES AND REFERENCES IN MAKING THE GUIDE *

https://www.deviantart.com/puppylover857/journal/Omegaverse-Explanation-and-Guide-441250200

https://www.wattpad.com/562991081-omegaverse-rp-%E2%80%A2info%E2%80%A2

https://fanlore.org/wiki/Alpha/Beta/Omega http://brightwoodacademy-rpg.tumblr.com/omegaverse

http://theomegaverse.tumblr.com/rundown

for more information about Male Omega Pregnancy check this out: http://pilgrimkitty.tumblr.com/post/50120211804/221babyblog-an-explanation-of-omega-anatomy

for the statistics check this out: http://fanndists.tumblr.com/post/115147395144

creativemindofacrazyteenagerwhichistheauthor.com

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|| EXCLUSIVE  01 ||

“ One, Two, Three.”

Wen Ning quickly pressed the play button of the stereo under the sakura tree before running back to his position. The atmosphere around them suddenly became serene when the soft notes of flute music filled the air. A few passer’s by stopped to watch as the crew started moving gracefully to the accompanying beats of the drum.

Their colorful Hanfus fluttered gracefully with the wind and their lithe hand movements. The crowd started to thicken and watched in awe as the group’s movement snapped in synchronization as if the music was flowing in their veins. The group were already surrounded when the beat suddenly stopped.

The soft voice of the singer permeated the air as the beat softened in tune to the sad notes of zither. A particular dancer in red and black Hanfu step forward and slowly removed the black shear cloth in his mouth, a gloomy yet serene expression mirrored in his face. The music that speaks nothing but gloomy longingness filled the air as they waved the clothe gracefully in the air.

Promise me that when this moment's over and we meet again

That we can put everything in the past and stand by each other

This is what we call fate, it's something we can't deny

Will I ever experience another day as glorious as today?

The cheers of the crowd intensified as the music’s beat hit crescendo. The were all in awe of crew’s synchronized and rock-steady choreography. The formation switches were also cleanly executed without missing a beat. The longing of the singer to the lost lover was evident and would definitely bring tears to anyone who would hear.

You're a gift upon this exhausting path of life

I'll continuously wash and shine our love so it won't rust away

Truth to be told, a lone tear trickled down the center dancer’s eyes. The way he reached out to the heaven’s was as if he was reaching for his lover. His grasp to the black cloth was as if he ever, ever, reach him, he’d never let go again.

There's so much I want to say, but you probably already know

When we meet again sometime in the future

Please don't let go again

The love we couldn't have in this life

The fate we couldn't live in this life

The soft notes of the flute echoed again as they danced and twirled at the tragic rhythm. The other members parted as the man in Red Hanfu sauntered to the back only to twirl around and walk forward as they parted once again while waving their black cloths in the air.

When we meet again sometime in the future

Please don't let go of me

Some of the spectators were already in tears when the song’s beat hit decrescendo, the song of lament finally coming to an end. The group slowly gathered together like fallen petals of Cherry Blossoms around them, with the misty-eyed male at the middle. Their hands folded elegantly to themselves before releasing like a blooming flower.

The Loud cheers of the spectators filled the air as the group gathered around and bowed to their audience. The Small Jar decorated with intricate Lotus flowers were immediately filled with the generous donations of bills and spare changes. There were even a few who were shouting for an encore since they only got to watch half of the performance.

A brave, blushing girl carefully approached the man in red and black Hanfu was already stuffing his face with moon buns the moment the performance ended. “Uhm...Gege? Can I ask you a question?” the man stuffed full of moon buns to the point that his cheeks were bulging, looked at her in confusion.

“Yesph?” He quickly chewed the buns and swallowed it in one go. “I mean, Yes?” he said smiling. His smile was so radiant that the girl’s legs almost gave out. It was not only warm, but it was as if spring suddenly arrived early than expected. His purplish grey eyes were also smiling in delight despite his prior gloomy expression in the performance. His hair looks so silky and elegantly cascading at the expanse of his wide shoulders. His skin was also fair and looked soft to the touch.

 She ogled the man who was casually eating moon buns before snapping into trance. She blushed furiously before tucking her hair into her ears. “Your performance was really heart touching...It brought s to tears. Do you perhaps...have...a...?” the girl trailed making the man omega smile. He’s yet to have an alpha or someone to pair with. Did he look so in character in the performance? The song was just so sad that he didn’t notice he was crying. It was painful to the degree that it felt like...he actually experienced such feeling. Losing Someone you really loved...and hoping to meet them on the next life. Making a vow that in that life, you’ll never let go again.

“Gege?” the omega snapped and looked at the girl in front of him. He smiled and popped the last moon bun to his mouth. “I don’t have a pair...yet. But I’m hoping that the Moon Goddess will let our paths cross in this lifetime. Because if that happens...I want him to never let me go.” the omega answered, giving a longing look to the Imperial Corporation situated at the front of the park where his crew performed.

The building’s white and blue panes glistened whenever the sun’s light would hit it. Shining, just like the artists and idols that they have trained and made into the most famous stars of the country. The Cloud Recesses Entertainment.

But the brightest of them all was star that he’d been reaching for ever since he discovered his talent for dancing and formed a dance crew with his closest friend Wen Ning and Jian Cheng. His aimless life finally had a direction despite his tough life after loosing both of his parents. All for the man who was always in pristine Black suit and white tie every time he watches his interviews in the T.V of their dorms. The one and only C.E.O of the Cloud Entertainment, Lan Wangji.

As peaceful as his name is, was the man’s facial expression. Never did he saw him smile from the Interviews, Gala, Movie Premiers, even from the Paparazzi Magazines that were always one in a million. It was his dream, to make the man smile and be the one who will stay by his side. Now, with their band’s last performance before finally disbanding, all of that will just be a dream.

“That’s...really Sweet Gege. I hope you’d find him soon.” the girl replied smiling, even if her eyes tell the opposite. She came close to the dancer in hopes of asking him out after his mesmerizing performance. Now it’s all flushed down in the drain. She almost wanted to drink a jar of vinegar, almost, but with the omega’s hopeful look and enchanting smile of his, she can do nothing but smile. Smile and wished luck to the person’s that will catch this omega’s attention.

“I hope so...I really hope so.” he replied with a sudden sad smile on his face. The girl was jut about to ask what made him sad when the dancer’s name was suddenly called. One of the dancers was waving at him from afar.

“A-ying! Come here, we need to tell you something!” The omega’s sad smile was gone as soon as he faced his comrade. He waved at him back before excusing himself to the young girl. “I also wished you the best MeiMei. I would love to converse with you longer, but my brother is already calling me. I need to rush or else he’ll release his dogs on me.” the man replied in a rush. The girl just nodded and waved at the man as he jogged to the direction of his comrades.

Wei Wuxian ran towards his crew on record time. He heaved a breath and held onto his knees as he tried to catch his breath. He wasn’t joking when he excused himself from the girl he was talking earlier. His brother was really hot-tempered and temperamental most of the times that he feared he will not be able to find an Alpha that will be able to withstand him.

 “Y-yes A-cheng?”

The man in dark Hanfu and purple hair tie frowned at him as soon as he came into the man’s vision. His serene look while holding the Lotus Jar was completely ruined with that sour-look of his. “Where have you been you stupid Wifi? Let me guess, stuffing your mouth full of Moon Buns again? Moon Goddess A-ying, you eat more than Wen Ning here, and he’s supposedly eating for two! Two A-Ying, two. You’re only a single person but you’re eating for an entire army!” the omega pouted and played at the hem of the red ribbon on his waist.

“I can’t help it if Wen Ning eats like a small bunny. I’m a big bunny A-Cheng. I need all the nutrients or else I’ll wither and die.” The man in the name of Jian Cheng pinched his nose in irritation. His brother’s shamelessness and stupidity knows no bounds. he couldn’t imagine how his uncle and auntie dealt with the Young Wei Wuxian. The man behind him just massaged his shoulders.

“Let him be A-cheng. You know how Wei Wuxian loves to eat, especially his moon buns and his Spicy Foods. Besides he did great in the performance. Not a single mistake. let him indulge this once, and we won’t be...” the omega trailed. A sudden silence filled their group.

Wei Wuxian bit his lip and finished his friend’s statement in his mind. We won’t be having these kinds of moments again. It was hard. Really hard on letting go the group they created when they were still in junior high. The Emperor Lotus Crew. An accidental idea that Wei Ying suggested when they wet out drinking after a hell week of exams. It was a spur of a moment kind of thing that turned serious when his two closest friends pitched in, that the Emperor Lotus Crew finally came into existence.

It started as small group with their classmates as the other members. They would always perform during school festivals and special occasions. It was really fun. The entire crew was like a family to Wei Wuxian. A family that helped him through the pain of losing his parents when they were on the last years of college. It was a sudden moment that changed Wei Wuxian’s life for good, yet they stuck with him. Drank with him to the point of seeing stars even if the man’s alcohol tolerance reaches the heavens.

But all happiness come to an end.

Wei Wuxian knew it was inevitable. They weren’t getting gigs as much as they did before. Their members slowly started resigning, finding a more suitable job than dancing in an All-Omega crew. They were living in a pink bubble in their school premises all this time. The entertainment world out there, was bigger than they have expected.

And now, this marks as their final performance. A small dance interpretation of the song from the movie that made the Omega cry as much as he did in Titanic. In the cherry blossom park right in front of the Building of Cloud Recesses Entertainment that they used to aim for.

“Wei Wuxian? Are you even listening?” Jian Cheng shouted, making the omega jump and turn to him quickly.

“Y-yes!? Yes?........ehr. No?” the purple eyes-omega just huffed before chucking the Lotus Jar into his empty arms. He immediately looked away, his arms folded into his chest, a light blush staining his cheeks.

“A-A-Cheng? What is this?” Wei Wuxian asked confused.

“That’s for you. The other members also pitched in some cash into the jar.” Wei Wuxian’s eyes widened before peeking into the old alcohol jar they used as a container for the money they will receive after performing. It was full an inch away from the brim with coins and paper bills.

“What? Why are you giving me this? We’re supposed to split the money every after performance, right? Here give me a few sec-” the omega knelt down to the ground to count the money in the jar, when Wen Ning placed a hand on his shoulder, halting his movements.

“A-Ying, we already decided that we’ll give you our last performance’s profits. The entire group already agreed. Right guys?” the omega asked to their other comrades.

“Yeah righ~! You should thank Wen Ning A lot since he asked so cutely.”

“And please, don’t be a pig and spend it on buying and drinking jars of Emperor’s Smile.”

Wei Wuxian gazed at his crew in Awe. Tears filled his amaranthine eyes as an intense feeling crashed onto hm like a giant wave. “You guys, when did you agreed on that? While I was in the comfort room changing?”

“Well yes. Since you always come to the time-agreed late. Our performance almost coincided with the rush hour if you were later than your One Hour Late.” another member pitched in making the omega pout. “You guys are being mean to me. Only Wen Ning is nice.” he replied, hugging a smiling Wen Ning in the waist.

“Oh just shut your trap and accept that. Find a small apartment to live in then find a work fitting for your Art degree.” Jian Cheng spat.

The idea of parting with his room mates for more than 2 years in a small apartment just became to real. But Jian Cheng’s right. He needs to find a new place to rent since their current apartment is to expensive for him alone. Finding work as an omega will also be tough. Formerly, an alpha works for the family while omegas stay in the homes to nurse pups and take care of their den. Now, even omegas can work but with limitations. They should have a stable alpha so that their pheromones will not cause trouble. Just the thing that Wei Wuxian is currently missing.

“Yeah, you’re really good at drawing Wei Ying! You should try mailing your Portraits of C.E.O Lan to the Cloud Recess Entertainment. It was so realistic that if I don’t have an Alpha, I’d definitely have the hots for him. Who knows if they’ll scout you!” he smiled at his friend sadly. “I already did. But they don’t need artists like me. They need artists, idols. I’m way out of their league.”

His sketches of C.E.O Wangji ranges from simple portraits to shameful fantasies that he never dared to show his friends. He can’t deny the fact who he fantasizes at during his heats. The voice he yearned to hear whenever he comes undone. The warmth he seeks during the aftermath of her heat or the feeling he’d been aching to have deep in him. Jian Cheng is 100% right. He is shameless. Shamelessly in love with a man who doesn’t even know that he exists.

“But you’re also a good dancer. You’re the best in our crew!” Wei Wuxian blushed at his friend’s complement. “What! I don’t have the confidence to audition there!” The entertainment was intimidatingly big and so prestigious. It was the home of his favorite singer ‘Lan Xichen’. Just sizing himself with that guys talent was like comparing the night sky to a galaxy. He shines brighter than him.

“Well you should! You can also sing ang play instruments, right? Come on Wei-You’re your one hell of a talented guy. Maybe then your long-time crush will finally notice you! You want him as your Alpha right?” Wei Ying blushed further. He waved his hands in the air.

“What? Of course yes-I mean No~! I’m-I’m A-.....UGH.” the omega fumed before tucking his flushed face to his bent knee.

“Aiya~! Wei-Wei is blushing~!”

“Wei-Ying and Wangji sitting on a tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G~!” the group cheered teasing their blushing friend.

Their fun was interrupted for a moment when they heard distant voices and shouts from the other side of the path walk. A mass of Media and photographers who weren’t there a few minutes ago were already flooding the front of the Cloud Ent. The mass only multiplied when a sleek black car stopped at the stairs. A few buff guards who presumedly were betas and mostly Alphas, controlled the crowd to allow a space for the people in the car to go down.

Wen Ning’s eyes widened in recognition when a familiar man went out of the car first, wearing black shades and a leather jacket over his casual clothes. It was Lan Xichen; the one and only brother of the one that his friend had been pining for a long time. “A-Ying~! A-Ying~! Look who’s here!” the omega looked up from tucking his face to his knees.

“Who?” Wen Ning huffed before pulling his friend up. “Just look at there!”

Wei Wuxian squinted his eyes at where Wen Ning was pointing. All he can see was a bunch of people crowding a car. “Where?” Wen Ning positioned his friends face to the direction of the press. “There~!”

“Oh My Moon Goddess.” The omega’s eyes widened when he saw a familiar dark silky locks of hair. Wide shoulders and breezy style. “L-Lan Xichen!?” Wen Ning face-palmed mentally. Is his friend’s eyesight that bad?

“No~!” Wen Ning whined in protest. “That! That man with a white tie!” Wei Wuxian squinted in his eyes and scanned the crowd for a man in white. His eyes widened like saucers as his entire system suddenly stopped functioning. A hand cam to his slacked open mouth. It was the same locks as Lan Xichen, same gold eyes as his older brother but lighter and sharper. The one and only man of his wet dreams, Lan Wangji. In his sexy and drop-dead-gorgeous physical form. Right in front-well not from-but near from him. Since when had he been wishing to meet this man? Ever since he had his first heat? No. It felt like ever since he was born.

A familiar heat started building up in the omegas gut. His cheeks flamed as his eyes grew hazy. What is this? Why is he feeling hot all over? He struggled to stand as his knees buckled underneath him.

“A-ying!” Wen Ning exclaimed as he struggled in supporting Wei Wuxian. His friends immediately come into their pregnant member and lifted Wei Wuxian to their shoulders.

“Shit, You idiot! Did you forget to drink your suppressants again?”

Wei Wuxian shook his head. He just had his heat last new moon. He shouldn’t be having anytime soon. It should be weeks from now. What is happening to him? It feels really hot. SO hot that he wanted to strip his clothes. Wei Wuxian moaned as he tried to strip his Hanfu off. The Hanfu who used to be silky and soft to the feeling, now feels itchy and sticky to his skin. He’ll feel cooler when he strips his clothes.

Jian Cheng cursed and batted his brother’s hand away from his belt that is holding his brother. Knowing him, he might as well be naked underneath this. As shameless as he is, he knows Wei Wuxian will not do this on the right state of mind, which he is clearly far from now. His eyes looked glazed and his skin feels hot to the touch. If he doesn’t know better, We Wuxian seemed like he’s in heat. But he had his heat last week. So, what the fvck is happening to him? It couldn’t be the moon buns since Wei Wuxian had been eating it ever since he can chew.

A few heads started turning towards them, eyes trained to the source of the sweet vanilla, and jasmine with a hint of cinnamon scent. If not for death glares at their way, they would have approached the omega in a blink of an eye.

Jian Cheng cursed and adjusted his hold on his friend. Their attracting too much attention, especially alphas. Wei Wuxian’s scent is getting intense and intense the more they stay here. “Wen Ning, fetch A-Ying some cold drinks!” the gentle omega nodded and trotted to the nearest vending machine. “Wen Qing, call for an Omegan taxi.” Wen Ning’s older sister nodded quickly before pulling out her phone and running to the nearest road. Jian Cheng looked around to find a spot where his brother can calm down before the taxi comes. He asked his crew to help him as they drag Wei Wuxian to sit to a bench under the Cherry Blossom tree.

A few petals of the Cherry Blossom falling to his cheeks made the omega look up. His eyes blinked owlishly before it caught a pair of glowing golden eyes. He smiled before closing his eyes in exhaustion.

A few minutes later and a Green taki pulled up next to their spot in a park Jian Cheng immediately stood up in attention as Wen Qing exited the taxi and waved at them. Wen Ning also came back with a few cans of Sodas, coffee and Dr. Pepper. They immediately guided the semi-conscious omega inside the taxi. Wen Qing sat at the shotgun seat as Jian Cheng and Wen Ning sat at Wei Wuxian’s side.

“We’ll go first, you can follow us at the hospital.” Their crew members nodded and saluted at their leader before closing the door. The Omega’s sweet scent slowly dissipated outside as the cars special structure blocked his scent from the inside.

“Do you have a safe place to go or do I need to bring you guys to an Omega Clinic?” the driver who was also an omega asked them, albeit worriedly.

“Bring us to the nearest hospital please. Our friend here suddenly went into heat even if he just had it last week. There must be a pheromone imbalance or something. We need to check him.” The omegan driver frowned but ignited the car nonetheless. He took the fastest route to the nearest Omega Clinic within the vicinity.

It oly took them a few minutes before a bright green sign of  ‘Dafan Omega Hospital’ came into view.

“Thanks Mister!” The group immediately spilled out of the taxi as they hand a few bills to the driver. The driver removed his hat and prayed to the moon goddess above. He wished for the success in mating of the omega and for meeting his mate at last.

Jiang Cheng and his friends we’re all out rabid as they asked everyone, albeit politely, so they can bring their squirming friend to the doctor. A couple of close encounters on running people down with a wheelchair, they finally got to the Omega Care Department where those who experienced sudden irregularities in heat are admitted.

“Good…afternoon. How may I help you?” a doctor dressed in white coat asked as she looked at the group of omega’s who we\’re all exuding a strange scent of distress warily. “Is there anyone of you hurt? Should I call the Legal Dep-”

“No…No need for that…”Jiang Cheng panted as he tried to catch his breath, “My-My brother…his…heat-”

“A sudden irregularity in cycle?” the doctor supplied for him as she quickly knelt down to check on for the said omega’s pulse. Her eyes widened in surprise when she quickly felt the omega’s raising pulse. Even his skin was quite scalding due to the sudden spike of his body temperature. She flagged a nurse and asked for an assistance to bring the omega to one of the rooms.

They wheeled the panting and sweating omega into the and huddled on the corners as the doctors started checking for his other vitals and even started hooking him up on a heart monitor. The nurses started wrapping poor Wei Wuxian in cooling blankets and cold packets on his neck and forehead. Their distress were immensely alleviated as they watched the omega’s expression even out as he seemed to doze off for a while.

The doctor checked his heartbeat and pulse again, before scribbling a few things into her clipboard that held the omega’s medical records. “Seems like a case of another Irregular heat, he already had experience like this yes?”

“Yes, his heat sometimes follows the regular cycle but sometimes it goes haywire ” Jiang Cheng explained, remembering the stressful days they would spend locked in an infirmary since Wei Wuxian’s heat decided to appear out of thin air.

“I see…I thought it was…” the doctor trailed, looking at the omega who is now sleeping peacefully.

“Thought it was…?” Jiang Cheng asked apprehensively.

“Nah, just some urban legend stuff. Your brother’s vitals are okay as of now but will have to prescript a few medications that will help him have a more regular and on-time cycles but as you all know…it might have some chemosensory side effects so I suggest you have to try and guide him as long as he is taking his meds. ”

“Will do doctor…can he take Omedizem Anosmia?” Wen Qing asked.

“I would recommend that one but as I have mentioned before…the side effects will cause inconvenience for him, but I assure you, nothing fatal.”

“Yeah, it’s menial compared to the side effects of other drugs our corrupt government kept on manufacturing.” She trailed, her fists unconsciously clenching in anger.

The doctor nodded, a wry smile on her face. “You couldn’t have placed it any better and you seemed knowledgably  when it comes to this kind of things, Ms...?”

“Wen Qing. I’m kind of an undergrad Med Student and Omegan Anatomy and Medications are kinda my forte.” She replied making the other smile. “That’s nice, we’d love to have you join our team A-Qing…especially when you have the same ideals as the betas and omega doctors working here.”

“I’ll be glad to.” She replied with gratitude. The doctor just smiled and asked for her contact before excusing herself to attend to other patients.

“Wow…did you just secure yourself a job under a few minutes and just mentioning a drug name?” jiang Cheng asked in disbelief as he watched Wen Qing input the contact on her phone with a smile on her face.

“It’s called a hustle sweetheart.” The omega sassed making Jiang Cheng roll his eyes in reply as he fetched a cup and pour himself a drink. He also got some for Wen Qing and the still rattled Wen Ning who was still shaking lightly.

“You okay A-ning? You’re shaking.” Wen Qing asked worried as he massaged the omegas shoulders to alleviate some of the nerves, “Your husband will worry if you stress yourself too much…”

“Oh Moon Goddess…will A-Xian be okay? He looks like he’s in so much pain…and the stuffs on his chest” Wen Ning whimpered as he sniffed softly. His sister swung an arm around his shoulders and rubbed his back comfortingly. “He will be, let’s trust the doctors. They’re just monitoring his vital signs in case his body went into shock due to the sudden spike of his irregular cycle, you mentioned he already had his heat right A-Cheng?”

Jiang Cheng nodded absent mindedly, his hands nursing a paper cup full of water. “Yeah, he told me so. I remember it now clearly since I slept…uhm over so he could spend his heat peacefully in the apartment.”

“You did?” Wen Ning asked curiously, “Then where did you spend the entire week? You didn’t call me or Wen Qing. Your Sister’s on a cruise ship for a month-long trip with his husband for their anniversary…”

A pair of eyes looked inquisitively at the purple-eyed mega, making the other fall into fits of cough. Wen Qing tapped his back, a mischievous smile on her lips. “Jiang Cheng has other friends than us A-Ning.”

“Oh really? Can’t you introduce them to us? I’d like to thank them for taking you in, I’m sorry I couldn’t offer mine since I’m sharing it with my alpha.”

“Why yes, introduce us. I’d like to offer my thanks for letting you stay over for a week.” Wen Qing added, spurring the flames of embarrassment on Jiang Cheng’s cheeks even more.

“A-as much as I want to-”

“Oh Yes, of course you do right?” Wen Qing piped in, making the other glare daggers at her.

“-I can’t since he’s really busy.”

“Oh~! He is?” Wen Qing teased making the omega flush a darker shade of red, “What kind of work is he doing to make him too busy to see your friends? We’re practically family so you can introduce us…before going through the parents of course.”

“He already met my Mother and Fa-”

“Why is everyone so noisy?” a croaky voice asked making the three of them still before they snapped and fussed at the now awake sleeping beauty. Wen Qing dashed to get the doctor as Wen Ning babbled about him almost fainting due to shock. Jiang Cheng joined in the fray and started doing his sermon, his tone getting louder and stronger on each word.

“You had us worried when you fainted and then started trashing like you’re a worm and we poured salt over you.”

Wei Wuxian winced lightly, “R-really? Sorry about that…”

“You should be! You don’t know how worried we were and-….”Wei Wuxian smiled wryly as he adjusted the cooling pads on his neck and forehead. “I know. I’m sorry I don’t know what happened either…”

Wen Qing came back holding a brown bag with a white memo of the doctor’s prescription. “Doc’s busy since an omega is on labor, I was asked to give you your medications. Take one with the water.”

Wei Wuxian looked at her full of gratitude before grabbing the water bottle first. He moaned softly the moment the cold liquid touched his parched throat. He felt like he walked into the dessert for weeks without water.

“Stop hogging all the water, take your meds.”

He quickly made a face at Jiang Cheng. “What kind of meds are those? I’m not in the mood to vomit stuff.”

“Just Omedizem Anosmia. It will help you balance your raging hormones.” Wen Qing replied as she placed the clear capsule into the other’s palms, “You will feel slightly stuffy and your nose would be kinda numb but you’ll be okay. \it’s safer than other medications out there.”

Wei Wuxian just nodded before swallowing the pill dejectedly. He quickly downed it down with water just before his taste buds were overwhelmed with a delicious fruity taste. “Mhm…that didn’t taste bad for once…”

“Yep. One of its pluses…but wait till you get confused what everything smells like.”

“What do you mean?”

Wen Qing reached for the flowers in the vase and offered it to the omega. “Can you smell this?”

“N-No…is that artificial flowers?”

“that’s one of the major chemosensory effects of Omedizem.”

“What? How am I going to eat?”

“That’s only temporary, it will  come back after you take this.”

Wei Wuxian groaned in defeat. “How long do I have to?”

“A month-or so.”

“That’s nuts! I’ll die!”

“That’s an exaggeration. Endure it and you’ll have normal cycles and less irregular ones.”

Wei Wuxian groaned again as he rolled over to his side and closed his eyes to shut down all the noises and hopefully his internal turmoil. He let out a huff as the events from before his fainting accident flashed in his mind. He vaguely remembered them staggering in a taxi and arriving at the hospital. But it wasn’t the source of that nagging feeling on his heart that had him and his inner omega anxious.

Because there’s definitely this uncanny feeling that he…forgot something…important.

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|| EXCLUSIVE 02 ||

 “Thank you for giving us the opportunity on turning your book into a film under our production. We would also appreciate it if you would join our team on producing the screenplay and of course, the directing of the production.”

“ The chance of having my book adapted into a film by one of the biggest Entertainment and Production company in the region still feels surreal to me and now I get to work on it with you guys hand-on?”

“Oh yes we are certain about that. We believe that your opinion will matter since Heaven Official’s Blessing is born from your magnificent mind Ms. Mo Xiang Tong Xiu. If there’s anyone who is well-versed on the film and would help make it breath-taking, that would be you.”

“Oh, you flatter me really. I may be able to add my touch in the film, but I know with C.E.O Lan Zhan directing the film and organizing the music scores, it would be even more hair-raising and heart stopping. I still couldn’t forget the sound track he composed for Lucid Dreams, the melody brought me to tears.”

“Thank you Ms. Mo Xiang Tong Xiu.”

“Moon Goddess, I still can’t believe I get to talk to you. You’re really as quiet and reserved as the magazine have been talking about…” “you surely look like someone I could consider as an MC on one of my stories…”

“Oh about that, C.E.O Wangji is quite a private person so not all the things in the magazine are proven to be real, but on that case, he really is.”

“O-Oh…I see. So uhm…Are there any terms that we have left out?”

“So far, these would be all. We’ll start the auditions for the main characters by next month after we received the screenplay. We’ll send you the schedule and the accommodations so you could join us on selecting the artists.”

“Oh, Yes I would love too. Oh, That much time have passed already? I don’t want to be rude but I have a commitment to catch, I’ll go on ahead now. Thank you Again C.E.O Wangji, Mr. Hudie.” Lan Wangji and his assistant stood up and bowed in gratitude as his assistant proceeded on leading the danmei author out of the company premises.

Right after his door closed, Lan Wangji let out a deep sigh and slumped back onto his seat. He started fixing the contracts that he fortunately went on with, smoothly. It was a happy accident when he stumbled upon the young danmei author’s work and got hooked with the story. Not only the build-up of the story was worth it, it also struck a chord that he never thought something or someone would.

It made him wonder that like the Male lead in the story, would he really be able to love someone that much? Would he really meet such person that would make him let everything be messed up as long as they’re together?

The closest thing to that would be fated mates…an urban legend and folk tale that have circled and passed through oral narrations from generations to generations. As an alpha, a fated mate would be their Omega. The person that they would share all their joys and woes with. The person that they will cherish and protect…and the person they would hopefully create a family with.

And just like any other alphas who believed in the fated bonding that Moon Goddess blessed them with, Lan Wangji wanted that. Sadly, even after twenty-two years of yearning for such connection to somehow appear, he was still left with no one to share his quiet nights with.

But during those years, he was able to create something with his brother that would hopefully help him search for him. Despite the insistence of his Uncle Lan Qiren on pursuing Law, he bravely asked for his permission and chose to finish a degree that would help him improve his skills in music and filmography.

His uptight uncle was incredibly reluctant first as he made it very clear that the only thing holding him back from allowing his nephew was that, he wouldn’t be able to make a stable financial support with such degree. It had been a rough journey indeed but with his Older brother, Lan Xichen’s help and unwavering support, they we’re able to grow from one rented commercial floor-into a high-rise building with over a hundred employees and artists working with them.

Now, they we’re able to once again seal a deal that would hopefully help other people have an earnest job. In contrary to how other company works; Cloud Entertainment also hires part time and free-lance helper not only on the production team, but also on small roles in their projects.

Such notion allowed them to discover one of the now famous Alpha and Omega pair models in the industry, Xie Lian and his alpha, Hua Cheng. The omega was working a bunch of odd jobs at that time and participated on one of the auditions for a steamed bun ad when he was discovered by one of the talent scouts. His alpha on the other hand was an enigmatic man that have been working on the shadows with the production team when he first met and befriended him later on. To make the long story short, the two met and asked for his permission to date-since some companies are also strict about such things.

As a man, and an alpha himself. He couldn’t deny the fact that he was kinda jealous of what his close friends had too. Dejectedly, the Moon Goddess must’ve been taking her sweet time on having him and his mate’s path cross-if that person did exist.

The sudden ring of an incoming call pulled him from his train of thoughts. He stacked the papers properly on top of each other before reaching for his phone on the table. The smiling face of his older brother that was set as his contact photo greeted him as he slide the Accept Toggle.

“Wangji!”

“Brother.” He acknowledged, taking the sudden peppy attitude of his brother into account.

“Are you done with work now?”

“Almost. Two more meetings.”

“Great! Then can you join me and my Honey for a-a wait I’m talking to my brother-” It was followed by a couple more shuffles and sounds of another person on the line before his brother got  back on track again, ”Would you like to join me and my mate for a dinner?”

“Congratulations brother.” He replied wholeheartedly, elated by the fact that his older brother is finally settling down too. He was never the omega’s man kind of an Alpha, but as a famous artist, he was bound to be linked into many different omegas and famous personalities alike. However, this was the first time his brother invited him to a dinner, with someone.

“Aiyah, you didn’t answer me Wangji. Dinner. Tonight, at uncle’s house.”

“Mn. I’ll be there.”

“Great! Make sure you bring wine okay!” His brother cheered.

“…”

“Wangji? You still there?”

“…”

“Kidding. I was kidding. Uncle would have our hide if he knew we’re drinking! How about I meet you on the way back then we can go to Uncle’s together with my mate?”

“Mn..”

“Thanks Wangji. I’ll see you later!”

“Mn.”

He let out a sigh again as his brother cut the call. He fished his coat on the hanger and his handy suitcase. He exited his office and met his assistant Hudie halfway and came down the elevator with him. His assistants rants about something about the weather being perfect for taking a walk fell into deaf ears as the deep abyss of loneliness in his heart suddenly expanded even more.

“Come on A-zhan, It’s just a small interview. Talk with them for five minutes and you’re done!” the older Lan argued for the nth time today and yet, his brother remained quiet and focused on answering emails on his blackberry. He had been like this ever since they departed from his meeting with the other Entertainment company they’re hoping to collaborate with, on one of their idol’s new album.

He let out a huff and thought of ways to somehow reject their request, without having his face as a front page on gossip magazine with the headline, Arrogant Idol Envious of His Brother’s Success. The Sunshot Magazine had been bugging him for months now after he worked with them for a section in their Entertainment mag. After having an interview with them that consists of questions like ‘What’s your type in an omega?’ or ‘Do have someone you like?’ or ‘Are you a condom or a bareback kind of a guy’. They were shameless with their questions. So shameless that he’s surprised some personalities could answer it without batting an eye.

A few weeks after their interview that boosted the magazine’s sales, the next one they want to have an interview with is none other than, his younger brother and the one who raked first as one of the most eligible Alpha on the official ranking of the famous dating magazine; Vermillion. He didn’t feel any envy that his brother ranked first and he only ranked second since he adored his brother so much. He still dreads the day that he became so locked in and emotionless ever since their parents died in a plane crash leaving them to their Uncle, Lan Qiren’s care. He wants him t go to the days where his Little Lan Zhan smiles and laughs freely.

But absolutely not in this interview. His brother, who became the C.E.O of now one of the biggest Entertainment company in the world, the Cloud Recesses Entertainment, despised interviews the most. The interview he last accepted was one year ago, and that was only to give a statement regarding a harassment that happened to one of their talents who got admitted to the hospital. He even volunteered on that interview since he claimed the full responsibility of his talent’s endangerment and sued the one responsible to eternal oblivion. It was rather chilling to be reminded that Wangji was once interested on pursuing Law.

It was one of the emotions that Lan Wangji didn’t lose. His compassion to help others and the determination to step up whenever he deems an action wrong. He fights for what’s right and never backs down even if it means that the world will be his enemy.

“Wangji~! Please~!” His perpetually silent brother didn’t even answer nor look at him. Just the sounds of the soft taps of what he’s doing on his phone.

“Wangji~! Will you at least look at your Big Brother?” the older brother whined, tugging at his younger brother’s sleeves. His brother sighed deeply and looked into him. Dark Gold met the Lighter Gold ones as the finally decided to talk to him, with a surprisingly annoyed look on his golden orbs.

Lan Xichen immediately frowned after a few seconds. “You okay Wangji? Is something wrong?”

His brother only shook his head to deny it, but as his brother who he grew up with for years. He definitely knew something was up. “Are you sure? I can cancel the dinner with my Hone-I mean my mate tonight.”

“I am well. I will have dinner with you.”

“Are you seriously fi-”Lan Xichen was interrupted when screams and shouts echoed from outside the car. A few were even banging at their windows begging for fan signs and a picture. “We’ll continue this talk later, okay? You have to tell me what it is.” Lan Xichen sighed before putting on his dark shades. He learned to wear it every time he goes out in public since he feared that he’ll go blind if he didn’t with all the flashing lights around him.

A few bouncers, mostly alphas and a few betas, were already blocking the avid press and fans. He sighed and rolled his shoulders as he prepared himself to go out. Prepared to be smothered with barreling hugs and lots, and lots of pictures.

With another deep sigh, he rolled down the windows slightly and motioned for the bouncer to open the doors. With a slight nod, the man in Black opened the door for the Singer of the current #01 Song in the Charts; 13 Years.

As expected, the crowd went wild. They pushed and pulled at each other. He felt sorry for the bouncers who were trying to stop them. The screams of the crowds and the shouts of the reporters mixed together, making the alpha wince. Nevertheless, the singer and model, waved at the crowd with a million-dollar smile on his face.

“Mr. Lan Xichen! Is it true that you will soon try being an actor too?”

“How do you feel about ranking first in the charts?”

“Mr. Lan Xichen! Is it true that you are dating the singer you collaborated your last song with, Ms. Mei Hua? Are you going to be a pair?”

Lan Xichen who was about to step to the stairs, step his right foot back. Then his left, his right, until he’s right by the reporter who asked the most stupid question. He & that bitch? They can all dream o like that ambitious bitch. They should all see that supposedly ‘Beautiful Flower’ ‘s, real attitude. She’s an insufferable bitch who whines like a brat when Lan Xichen rejects her invitation to her home, alone. Who would want to be i the same space as her? he just tolerated her disgusting presence to finish the song and for his lovely brother. Since, in contrast with her attitude, her voice is actually good.

The alpha lowered his shades and made an eye contact to the reporter. “Come again?”

The reporter gulped under the alpha’s intense golden stare before shakily repeating his question. “A-are you dating Ms. M-Mei Hua?”

the alpha’s jaw ticked, hearing the same stupid question once again. He gave him a chilling smile. “I’m not dating Ms. Mei Hua. What we have is strictly and pure business only. We only went out a few drinks to commemorate our last song who topped the last charts.” All of which he endured with his nose completely blocked due to her annoying scent of perfume and her disgusting scent.

“T-then are you dating someone at the moment?” at this moment, all the dark clouds surrounding the Alpha vanished out of thin air, a million dollar on his face again.

“Well of course yes. Me and my Honey, are very much in love with each other. There’s nothing in this world for me but my Honey.” at his statement, the reporter’s jaws were agape and the fans were all crying in despair. Lan Xichen just smiled at them and stared at the nearest camera who’s surely broadcasting everything to the world. “Wait for me honey okay? I’ll be home early~!” he ended the statement with a wink and walked up to the stairs again.

The reporters broke into chaos as each and every one of them started pushing each other to get close and have a deeper interview to the Charming Older Lan but he was no longer within their reach. Security personnel dressed in black suits and tinted shades blocked their path before they could even take a step forward. 

More than a handful of fans expressed their grief in dramatically, holding onto each other for support. They might have lost the other half of Lan brothers, but they still have the other Jade Alpha, right?

The reporter’s shouted and pushed just too get a statement from the alpha but his eyes remained on his brother as he took elegant steps up the stairs. “Wangji~! Are you not going to say hi to the cameras?” his brother gave him a blank look, which actually meant ‘Are you serious?’

Lan Xichen laughed lightly before pulling his brother beside him and waved at the cameras. The crowd’s cheers intensified seeing the Lan brothers side by side. Is this heaven? If this is, then these two might be the angels to the gates “Smile Wangji~!”

The alpha stared at the crowd, face void of emotion, not even the smallest turn of his lips. His eyes wandered around as the press took their sweet time snapping pictures of him and his brother. A certain sweet scent in the air made the Alpha perk up and search for the source. It was sweet...really sweet. Like vanilla...and jasmine with a hint of Cinnamon. A kind of combination he never thought that he’d find irresistible and divine.

His golden eyes scanned the crowd to search for the owner of that scent. He combed through the mass of reporters and fans but all he can smell is the combination of sweat and other scents he didn’t like. His nose scrunched up in discomfort. These are not the smell he liked. It is not the smell of is mate.

If not for this crowd of...obstacles in front of him who would smolder his mate if they set their eyes on him. Him and his alpha would’ve hunted him and he will be in his arms tonight. the alpha clicked his tongue in irritation making Lan Xichen look at him in surprise. “W-Wangji?”

The Alpha’s golden eyes turned to him, a surprisingly, annoyed expression on his face. Lan Xichen’s jaw dropped lightly. Is Lan Wangji...is his brother...pissed? The alpha clicked his tongue again, making his brother gasped in surprise. His eyes wandered around again until it locked into an ethereal pair of purplish gray eyes. The Alpha took an unconscious step forward. The omega from afar blinked at him dazedly. Is something wrong with him? His one step became two until Lan Xichen held his arms back.

“Wangji, where are you going? We should go inside soon. The crowds are starting to thicken. The bouncers will not be able to hold them back.” Lan Wangji’s stare at him almost made his older brother retract his statement. It was the same stare he saw when Lan Wangji asked him where their parent’s is, where their mother is. It broke his heart again and again.

“A-zhan...” Lan Wangji shook his head before stepping back hesitantly. Lan Xichen guided his brother up the stairs, carefully, as each step for him were getting wobblier and wobblier. When they finally reached the safety of their company. Lan Xichen helped his brother sit on one of the sofas on the receiving area.

“Hurry! get me a glass of water!” he beckoned on one of the guards stationed near then. Immediately recognizing his superior, the alpha immediately ran to the nearest water dispenser and gave the singer a cup of water. He nodded in gratitude before giving his brother the cup of cold water.

Lan Wangji drank it in one gulp. the water trailed a cold path to his throat but it didn’t quench the heat boiling in his veins. It didn’t stop his fangs from growing and aching to sink into the nape of his one and only mate.

“A-A-zhan...are you in a rut? but it should be weeks from now, right? You always had a regular rut...why is it so early now?” His younger brother’s luminescent soft golden eyes met his. His words were slow and softly said that he didn’t almost caught it, if not for his superior Alpha hearing.

“Brother...I found my fated pair. My Omega I found him.”

“W-Wait what? Are you sure?”

 “I am certain.” He answered with conviction.

“Oh Moon Goddess,”

Lan Wangji’s eyes turned to the direction of the doors again, and as if on trance. He stood up again and started marching out. Lan Xichen was quick to pull his wrist back and hold him in a tight grip. “Let’s not use the front door, or else you and your mate will attract the wrong crowd.”

Lan Wangji nodded absent mindedly and allowed his brother to pull him to the back doors. A couple of turns later, they were finally able to exit the building without getting noticed and arrived at the place where Lan Wangji described that he sensed his mate.

But much to their disappointment, the only thing they were able to catch was his fading scent…and no evidence on who or where did he disappeared into. A small thump made Lan Xichen turn to his brother, his eyes widened as he caught his brother just before he fell onto the ground after falling to his knees.

He quickly fished his phone out of his pockets and called help. “A-Ling…where…where are you?”

“Dad? I’m in the dorms right now with Jingyi…doing our project in Biology.”

“Contact Big Brother Luo and the others, tell them…tell them…I’ll meet them in the hospital.”

“W-what? Why? Is anyone hurt?”

“N-Not exactly…it’s your Uncle Wangji…he fainted. I’ll call a taxi to bring us to the hospital now.”

“O-Okay. I-I’ll tell them...then I’ll follow you-”

“You can’t A-Ling…Your uncle…Wangji is entering his rut. I’m afraid it might affect you. It will be safer if you guys stay in your dorms. I’ll call you back when I get there.”

“O-okay…please be careful dad.”

“I will.”

He cut the call off and immediately called a taxi for transport. After a heart stopping fifteen minutes, they arrived at the nearest hospital. He chucked a wad of cash into the driver’s palms, not caring if it was too much before hurrying inside.

Binghe and the others that were closer in the hospital met them halfway and helped them get to the doctor. His fingers and arms were shaking as he allowed the other nurses to help his brother to one of the hospital beds.

The doctor started checking his vitals and his temperature immediately. Lan Wangji’s heart was beating erratically and his temperature was around five degrees higher than normal. A little more and the doctors would have had to isolate him in a ward in case his faux rut would escalate into a full on rut.

Binghe ushered him carefully into one of the seats outside as the doctors worked on his brother. Hua Cheng offered him a drink as they sat beside him. “He’ll be okay Xichen-ge. He is a strong alpha, he’ll get through this.”

“B-But this…this is the first time this happened…after he told me he found his mate…we tried to follow him…but we…we didn’t get to him on time…then Wangji fainted…Oh Moon Goddess. This is all my fault.” Lan Xichen whispered in horror as he raked his hands onto his hair.

“Did you just mention…he met his mate?” Luo Binghe repeated, sharing a knowing look with Hua Cheng who also nodded at him.

Lan Xichen nodded his head slowly. “Y-yes…W-Wangji told me he scented his mate amidst the press chaos…then he suddenly went into rut and…”

“Relax Xichen-ge…it isn’t your fault. That is a common occurrence when fated mates met each other for the first time. Your brother went into rut since their other half’s…his alpha in his case, wanted to quickly consummate the bond with his omega. It is the call of their instincts to be together. But since you mentioned you weren’t able to meet with him, his body must’ve gone into a slight shock and had to shut down temporarily to reset and heal.”

“T-Then…you mean his mate is experiencing the same thing? H-His omega?”

“I believe so. That happened with me and my Omega.” Hua Cheng answered as he nodded in confirmation.

“Shizun did too.” Binghe added, giving the two alpha’s a wry smile, “though we didn’t get to consummate the bond quickly since he…kinda banged me up…”

Lan Xichen nodded his head slowly in understanding…then the night he and…”Who are the relatives of patient Mr….Mr. Lan?”

The three alpha’s stood up immediately, and approached the doctor. “I-I’m his older brother…is my brother okay?”

“Mr. Lan as of now is in a stable condition. His body is  slowly adjusting to lower down his body temperature on natural levels but it would take a few time. Maybe a night here would do him good, and a few medications I’ll prescript to you.”

“O-okay doctor…”

“I’ll have the nurse prepare it and send it to your brother’s room. Don’t worry, your brother’s okay now.”

“You have my gratitude for that doctor.”

The doctor nodded at them once, before turning to visit other rooms. He let out a relieved sigh as they trudged to enter the hospital room. He quickly sat beside his brother who was covered with cooling blankets and a few cooling packs. his skin was still hot, but on tolerable levels. His breathing have returned to normal also.

“You think we could inquire hospitals if they have any omega patients that were admitted tonight?” Binghe suggested as he looked at his sleeping C.E.O.

Lan Xichen shook his head, dismissing the idea. “That would be difficult since we are not certain if he did got to hospital…or ran home.”

“This will be rather difficult…if they are within each other’s proximity, this might happen again. Wangji-ge might enter an untimely rut again.” Hua Cheng stated, shaking his head. “They have to meet.”

“But how…we don’t even know who the omega is.”

The three of them let out a sigh of defeat. A pause settled with the three of them, silently pondering plans on how to find the missing Cinderella who didn’t even leave any trace but his cent that would only appeal to his alpha.

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|| EXCLUSIVE 03 ||

 ‘I’m sorry, we have no job opening today.’

‘This job is for Alpha’s only.’

‘We’ll call you back when we have free slots’

‘Sorry we can’t accept omega’s who don’t have a proper pair. It will be troublesome if you suddenly have your heat’

How many times have he heard that for the past few weeks? How many times did he see rejection register in their eyes the moment they found he’s an omega? He doesn’t know anymore. He stopped counting last Monday. It’s Friday of the 3^rd week already after he and his friends went different ways. He almost gave them a shock after he suddenly went into heat on their performance.

Thankfully, the doctor told them that it wasn’t serious. Maybe it was just his cycle getting irregular since at the age of 20, and He’s yet to bond with an alpha yet. His friends pitched in on arranging him with an Alpha but he quickly declined. He endured the nauseating effects of his medications, that unfortunately lingered until now.

After he got off from the hospital, things started getting even more real. He had to move out of the apartment since the owner sold it to Land Developers. Jiang Cheng of course offered his parent’s home but he declined immediately. Uncle Fengmian and Auntie Yu already went through the trouble on funding his college when he’s not even related to them. He didn’t want to pile his debts higher.

He is still bitching on the fact that Wei Wuxian refused his offer on taking the omega under his house. His regular calls would always start with a scolding shout, on what kind of idiot he is to refuse his offer on taking Wei Wuxian in at the moment. Wei Wuxian can’t even count how many times Jian Cheng cursed his name to eternal damnation, but still, he didn’t accept. He has yet to meet the alpha who surprisingly swept his brother off of his feet and they only seemed got official recently, so he didn’t want to invade their personal space.

Jiang Cheng’s older sister, the blessing from above, also offered her home but he politely declined her offer. She’s currently on a one month cruise with his newly wedded husband, a famous actor under the screen name of Zixuan. A man of few words that he doubted if he did love his sister. But every time he saw how his Sister Yanli glowed when she was with the man, he forgets why he even despised him in the first place.

Wen Ning is even more out of the picture. He’s now on his 3^rd month and looked as if he’s already about to give birth.  Afterall, he’s carrying his first set of twins for his Alpha. It’s a good thing the Moon Goddess paired him with a caring alpha with his gentle nature. He wouldn’t want Wen Ning to get hurt again after he and his older sister, Wen Qing, ran away from their family. Wen Qing is also doing good, she still lives with her brother to take care of him while Wen Ning’s alpha go to work during mornings. At night, she works at the Dafan Hospital to give the couple some alone time.

He wouldn’t to bother anyone anymore and start walking on his own two feet. He knew that his friends were just worried about him his parents didn’t raise him to be such an extra baggage.  He tried to be strong. Like he did when his parents died. He never shed a tear in front of his friends and plastered his usual teasing smile. He really tried.

 But every time Jian Cheng whispers him the question ‘Are you really okay A-ying?’

Tears would automatically gather up in his eyes. His throat would constrict and his legs would go weak. His body would shiver as his hands would shake as he adjusts his hold on the phone. He would lean into the wall of the telephone booth and look up to the sky to prevent the tears from falling down.

“What do you think of me brother, some weak bunny who would die because guys weren’t here to bully me anymore?” he replied trying to make his tone as cheerful as he can.

“A-ying...you know you can jus-” Wei Wuxian immediately wiped the stray tear that fell down his cheeks with the back of his right hand.

“Nah. I still have the pocket money you guys gave me...and I already found a job...so I really am okay.” he replied trying to assure his brother.

“I see...then what about your house arrangement? Is it close to your workplace?”

“My work will provide the housing arrangement for free. It’s really comfortable A-cheng. I can even have all the booze I want and I can have food for free. It will not be charged on my $100 per day wage.”

“What, are you trolling me Wei Wuxian. What kind of job would pay that high, have a free room and food? Let me get this straight-”

“But I’m not straight-”

“A-ying!” Jian Cheng argued. “You’re not going to work in a brothel, right?”

A few minutes passed before the omega burst into laughter. He held his stomach as his laughter got so loud that it pissed the omega on the other line. “A-ying! You know dangerous those places are. They are under the mafia’s jurisdiction! Why in Moon Goddess are you laughing?” Well Jian Cheng wasn’t joking about that. Prostitution is really illegal but under some circumstances, like a mafia’s names getting mixed in the equation, even the police can’t do something about it.

“S-sorry~! Sorry A-cheng. It was just so funny. Me working in a brothel? What kind of idiot do you take me for?” Wei Wuxian replied clutching his stomach.

“Well you are shameless but-”

“Hey~!”

“But I know you won’t do that. You’re a hopeless romantic. There’s no way you would allow some random stranger touch you...” He smiled at his brother’s statement.

“Of course, this drop-dead-gorgeous body is reserved for my one and only. Exclusively for C.E.O Wangji~!”

the omega sighed on the other line. “You’re as still shameless as you were born. I’m assured now that you’re not endangering your life with your stupid decisions.”

“Hey~! I’m not an idiot who just decide things on the spur of the moment!”

“Yeah and Gandhi is white.” Jian Cheng replied sarcastically. Should he enumerate all of the times that he got into trouble for doing things rashly?

“Meanie. Be grateful that I have a soft spot for you that’s why I’ll let this insult off the hook!”

“Yeah, yeah.”

“But you need to come to my drinking party okay! Wen Ning already agreed though he is not allowed to stay up so late or drink booze. The other guys are also coming so you should too.”

“Yeah, yeah. Whatever. 8:00 PM was it? At Lotus Pier again?”

“Yes~! They serve the best Emperor’s smile you know!”

“We’re drinking that...again?”

“Yes~! it’s the best booze in the world you know! It will be my treat so don’t worry. We’re celebrating my first job after all.”

“Your treat?”

“What? My job gave me an advance payment! I’ll let you guys eat your fill! Tonight is the night that all of us will have fun!”

“Ugh. Fine if you say so. That Employer of yours must be crazy to give you an advance. Fine I’ll go.”

“See yah~!”

The omega grunted before cutting the line. Wei Wuxian smiled and dropped the call. He opened the glass door of the phone booth and step outside. It was already 7:30 yet there are still a lot of people on the streets.

Kids pulling their parents to toy stores and office workers shuffling about to catch the trains to their homes. There were also a lot of stalls at the sidewalk that sells a variety of street foods and meals. The streets were so bright and full of life yet it didn’t fill the empty space of void deep in the omega’s heart.

Wei Wuxian adjusted his red scarf and blew soft puffs of warm air to hands before stuffing his hands to his pockets. He started navigating his way to the particular restaurant that he and his parents used to go to when he was still young. The Master of the house was really hospitable and would give extra side dish to Wei Wuxian whenever he eats there.

A soft blow of the cold wind made the omega stop and look up to the Night sky,

Since when did it feel this cold?

“And you know! When we were on the bus, an old woman offered Wen Ning his seat. This innocent creature, as pure as he is, declined the seat and told the woman that he’s fine. The old woman also declined and reasoned that Wen Ning is pregnant and that he should be the one sitting down. The two went over on who deserved the seat more and the next thing we knew, were already here. It was really hilarious since the old woman will also go down on the same stop. in the end, no one got to sit down since they were too busy on being polite to each other!” the crowd erupted into fits of laughter making the mentioned omega flush a dark shade of red.

“That’s something Wen Ning would absolutely do.” one of their friends stated nodding his head.

“How Wen Ning like!”

“You should do more Wen Ning things Wei Wuxian!” one of his friends stated raising a brow at Wei Wuxian.

Wei Ying shook his head in disagreement.  “Nah, I’d rather be a Wei Ying. I’m too shameless to be a Wen Ning~!” his friends erupted once again into fits of laughter making the pregnant omega blush harder.

“Guys, stop using my name as an adjective!” the omega huffed sipping on the soda he held with both of his hands.

“Quit yapping and order another round of booze you shameless brother!” shouted a very red-faced Jiang Cheng. Wei Wuxian wrapped an arm around his brother and raised a shot glass full of Emperor’s Smile.

“To Jiang Cheng’s shameless brother!”

“TO JIANG CHENG’S SHAMELESS BROTHER~!” his peers repeated and bump their glasses into the air. Wei Wuxian downed his glass in one go and poured another drink. “One more!”

“Moon Goddess, do you ever get drunk Wei Wuxian?” his fiend asked in disbelief.

“You look more sober than Wen Ning here.” another one added.

“Of course not! Drinking Emperor’s smile is like breathing oxygen. Master~!” he raised a hand to get the attention of the owner of the restaurant. He was a really nice old man of Three cute young kids. “Can we have another jar of Emperor’s Smile and a new pot of Loquats and Moon Buns?”

the man gave him a thumbs up while flipping the rice on the pan. “Sure thing!”

“Another jar? Emperor’s Smile is an expensive booze right? How many jars have we drink already?”

“And this is our 5^th plate of Loquats and the 7^th for the Moon Buns. What kind of a jackpot job did you land on Wei Wuxian?”

“And this is just an advance pay? Unbelievable. What kind of work did you apply for anyway?”

The omega choked on the moon bun he kept stuffing on his face. Tears gathered in his eyes as he knocks his chest from the bit of moon bun blocking his airways.

“A-A-ying!” We Ning exclaimed tapping the omega’s back lightly. He immediately offered his soda to is choking friend. Wei Wuxian accepted it immediately and drink the entire glass. “Are you okay?” the omega held two thumbs up and smiled.

“Totally.” he said wiping his mouth. “Really okay.”

“Stop stuffing your stupid *hik* mouth with bunny buns or you’ll *hik* die.” Jian Cheng commented in between his hiccups. Wei Wuxian just nodded and offered some of his buns to his drunk brother.

“Say, what’s your Work Wei Wuxian? Can’t you pitch us in too?” his friend prodded again.

Something akin to despair crossed the omega’s eyes before he flashed them a radiant smile. “Secret~! It was a job meant for professionals only~!”

“Not fair.” the entire group whined shaking the omega wo just laughed as he stuffed his face with the last moon bun.

A few minutes later, a man in white apron served the group another round of drinks and food making everyone cheer in delight.

It was really fun. Wei Wuxian smiled and offered cheers for whatever and silly reasons. They played spin the bottle with a twist of whomever the mouth of the bottle points at must say the truth or else they will strip a clothing. The game went on and on until Wei Wuxian, Wen Ning who was exempted from the game and Jian Cheng who surprisingly not even once didn’t get tagged by the spinning bottle, were the only ones with complete clothing.

Wei Wuxian laughed and danced on the table while playing the flute which was an heirloom from his deceased parents. He played random tunes that the crew sang with earning appreciative claps from the other customers around them.   

Their entire crew drink their night away as the moon rose higher in the sky. They talked about their current plans, their relationships and teased Wen Ning as much as they can. It wasn’t until 10 that their crew members started shuffling out to catch the last train home. Wen Ning on the other hand was taken home by his alpha who drove by after work to pick his mate up. He even offered to take them home in which he declined politely. What a caring guy indeed.

It was past Eleven and the one’s left on the store were the night shift crew and the two omegas. One drunk out of his mind and the other one as sober as he did before they came here.

“And you know *hik* he never got mad at *hik* me. Not even once. He was *hik* always the one wo says sorry and woos me until I *hik*  relent and stop my temper tantrum. I mean, why did he have to drink with that bitch? They we’re just *hik* co-workers!” Jian Cheng complained banging the table with his fists

“Ahuh.” Wei Wuxian replied, nodding his head.

“Damn, I wanted to *hik* stay angry but he’s just so gorgeous. The way his eyes *hik* would soften when he *hik* says ’Honey, I’m really sorry. Don’t worry I still love you the most’. I mean damn it, *hik* I’m not a fvcking bee but, why *hik* does my heart pound when he *hik*  calls me that huh? Tell meeeeee~! Fvck butterflies, whenever *hik*  I see him, get a *hik*  text, hear his voice or just his picture, I feel a whole damn zoo making a racket in my tummy!” he whined banging the table again. Wei Wuxian lifted his cup to take a sip and to prevent tea from spilling on the table with all the banging his brother is doing.

“Yeah, but you’re happy right?” the omega offered.

“I’ll be lying if I say *hik*  no. We’re fvcking *hik* opposites you know. He’s fvcking calm about *hik* anything.”  Jiang Cheng looked out of the window, his eyes distant, before continuing. ”I mean I always do Irrational*hik*  things...irrational choices....but he never left *hik* me or tell me that I’m being a *hik*  bitch.”

 “What a keeper right? No one can outlast you when you’re being a bitch.” the omega expected his brother argue or retaliate with something like ‘I’m always right’ or ‘No I Don’t’ but his brother just smiled and took a sip of the tea the master served to sober them up.

“Yeah. He’s a keeper. I really...really....Love him. I wanted him to be my *hik* alpha but...I’m too embarrassed *hik*  about it. Instead of just agreeing...I always end up *hik* shouting and *hik*  pushing him away because I’m so *hik* embarrassed.” he whispered embarrassed.

“That’s what makes you, you brother. But he never left you right?” he nodded. “Then what’s stopping you brother? Embarrassment? You’re not Jiang Cheng if you get embarrassed with such mundane things easily.” the omega hiccupped but took his brother’s words to heart. His alpha had been patient ever since they met in a record store one night. it was one of those cliché moments when Jian Cheng drops one of the CD’s and they both picked it up, at the same time.

“But he’s so damn possessive. He doesn’t chain me to our home but he might as well do. I mean who calls an average of a hundred times a day?”

As if on cue, Jiang Cheng’s phone who was on the table light up and vibrated. Wei Wuxian almost spluttered his drink when he saw that the current call was already the 600^th. Not to mention the hundreds of messages.

|| HONEY CALLING ||

Accept                                  Decline

“Let me take this call.” Jian Cheng slide the Accept toggle and brought the phone to his ears.“Yes honey?....drunk?....No I’m not.....I have A-ying with me....Who is he? He’s my brother....Aiyah~! Honey are you jealous?” The omega laughed at his brother’s antics. His alpha must’ve been so patient in wooing such complicated omega as his brother. “Don’t be jealous Honey~! I love you so much~!!! What you’re going to pick me up already? Noooooooooo~!” Wei Ying almost spitted his drink witnessing his uptight brother become a whining baby.

As if on cue, a sleek black car parked outside and honked. Jian Cheng turned to his friend. “My ride’s here A-ying, Honey missed me so much...he wants me to go home now...”

Wei Wuxian placed his drink down and nodded. He stood up from his feet and swung his brother’s hand over his shoulders. “Here, let me help you get to your car. You’re so drunk.”

“Who’s drunk? I’m not drunk! Maybe it’s you, you smell like booooooze~!” The omega babbled on and on until Wei ying carefully placed him inside the car after a man in black suit opened the door for them.

What kind of Alpha did Jian Cheng bonded with? He wrapped his jacket around his brother before turning to the man in suit. “Take care of him please.” the man just nodded and made a move to close the door when Jian Cheng forced it open.

“Aren’t you gonna come with me for the night? Where are you going to sleep?”

Wei Wuxian gave him a smile making Jian Cheng frown. His brother’s smile is not as radiant as it did before. “In my workplace, I’ll start working today.”

“Today? But you’re drunk.” he asked.

“No I’m not...” He replied although he’s feeling a bit queasy. They did finish a lot of jars tonight anyway.

“Your cheeks are red~!” Jian Cheng pointed out like a kid spotting an ant on the wall

“Maybe I am but I need it.” the omega hummed and blinked at his brother owlishly. “Fine, see you tomorrow. Let’s go Will Smith.” the man in black suit closed the door and bowed at Wei Wuxian before going to the driver’s seat.

He pity that man for riding the same car with a very drunk Jian Cheng. He talks a lot when he’s drunk. It’s a good thing his alpha sent someone to bring Jian Cheng home...since its almost time. He checked his wrist watch. 11:30 PM.

“Young master! we’ll close off tonight! Are you going to drink more?” the master of the store shouted from afar. Wei Wuxian smiled at him before shaking his head. “Nah, I need to go to work master.”

the old man just nodded and raised the bills Wei Wuxian left before he accompanied Jian Cheng out. “Okay, then I’ll take the bills you placed on the table okay? Take care!” the omega nodded and waved at the master of the restaurant “You too~!”

Wei Wuxian slowly traced his steps to the place where they last performed. He sat on the bench which gives him an entire view of the Cloud Recesses Entertainment. It was dark and the moon was high up in the sun but the place remained radiant, emitting an ethereal glow from its colored tinted windows.

Radiant. just like the man who built the entire entertainment.

He can still remember the first time he saw C.E.O Wangji, he’s yet to have a title that time. He was just a young man of a small company, producing the most famous music scores that were frequently used as official sound tracks of movies. He liked the songs that he produces. The lyrics weren’t chosen just to express the feeling of unrequited love, but to embody the pain of losing someone you loved the most. The soft strings of the guqin and the calm voice of his brother, Lan Xichen, brought tears to his eyes every time he listen to their songs.

The Alpha was really admirable. At the age of 18, together with his brother, they made the Cloud Recess Entertainment to what it is now. The Lan Family was known to be wealthy and well-endowed but he never used a single cent under his name.

It was his greatest wish. To gain a place in the Alpha’s company as one of the artists to bring honor to the Entertainment...and hopefully. A place in his heart. Wei Wuxian have never felt this way before. The intense yearning for someone he never actually met. An intense yearning to be on the same footing as him, the one who holds his hands as an equal...as his mate.

Was it his prestige? His wealth? His looks?

No...it was the loneliness mirrored in the alpha’s golden eyes every time he sees his pictures in the magazine or his rare appearances in the T.V. He could’ve had any women he wanted. Anyone would offer themselves to such fine alpha as C.E.O Wangji, yet he didn’t. He was looking for something beyond that. Something more than a night of passion. He was looking for the exact thing as the omega.

Happiness. Sense of belonging. Affection. Forever. Eternity. Life-long.

But whatever it is...the omega is afraid that he can’t give him that now. Not even try. If he ever cross paths with the alpha, he’ll feel nothing but shame for the omega will became. His steps reduced into a slow phase when the familiar stone path to the brighter yet darker side of the city came into view. The silent ambiance turned lively with all the lights and stalls of the downtown.

Fellow omegas dressed in skimpy outfits and dresses that exposes their very being flooded the streets. The smell of cigarettes and sweet pheromones and sex permeated the air. A few men in black suits walked about the area, searching for someone to send their night with in exchange for money.

A lone tear fell down the omega’s eyes as his final destination came into view. Every step he took were heavier than the former. Each breath came out as a pant as his lungs constrict and struggled to breathe. He almost...almost wanted to ran away. To just beg for his friend’s help. To just tell them that aside from his current situation, he had a huge debt left by his parents when they died.

The Moon Goddess above knows, how much he wanted someone to be there for him.

To tell him that everything will be alright.

Someone to give him warmth in this cold, cold night....

But sadly, not everything we wanted is given for free. He can’t trouble his friends with his own problems. They already have partners of their own. But unlike them, he’ll never find an alpha who will sweep him off of his feet just like a princess in the fairytale. His fairytale will have a tragic ending. He won’t be someone else’s princess, he’ll be something that anyone will be ashamed to associate with. An omega who would spread his legs to any Alpha.

He bit his lip and slowly approached the building that stank of smoke, pheromones and drugs. He hugged his shaking form when a drunk man stumbled out from the door with an omega in a leash pulling behind him. The dead look on the omega’s eyes when hey met brought fear to his heart.

Will I be like that someday? Treated like a livestock for the sake of pleasure?

“Hi, you must be Wei Wuxian?” the omega’s head snapped to the direction of the voice. It was a man...an omega clad in pink Hanfu, his hair tied up to show off his slim neck with a leash. His face was covered with a thick layer of flashy make up.

“Y-yes...” he replied hesitantly. He can’t step out now.

He really tried to avoid this kind of work. He searched work for weeks but as an unmated omega, his chances were next impossible. Even the one-week deadline of paying back the debt brought nothing but pressure to him. With no options left, an omega like him could do nothing but sell himself to a brothel. where he already received the compensation money to pay off his debts. This isn’t a life any parent could’ve wished for their only child, but Wei Ying was left with no options. he needs to pay the debts back or else those loan sharks will target his friends.

the omega gave him a sickeningly sweet smile that didn’t even reach his eyes. “Welcome to Hidden Sun brothel. A place where everything you want and wish for is granted. An omega to warm your cold and lonely nights? Name it and we have it.”

The omega gulped. At least he was given a chance for one last good memory with his friends. He got to pay all his parent’s debts too. He even got to see C.E.O Wangji. Even though it was just a brief moment.

because now, his fate is sealed.

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||EXCLUSIVE 04 ||

“I have contacted xXx Hospital, they didn’t want to disclose any information at first but luckily, I know a doctor from the inside. I explained him Wangji’s current situation and he confirmed that they had no emergency on that night.” Lan Xichen stated as he look up from the monitor of his computer. His eye glasses hung low on the bridge of his nose, dark circles outlining the underside of his eyes from lack of sleep.

“I’m still working on the CCTV of the nearest establishments but so far, the noodle stand, parlor and boutique is clear.” Jin Ling spoke slowly in between yawns. He stretched his arms and legs, a satisfying crack of his bones following as he groaned in contentment.

“No show on the Ice Cream Hub and the Bookstore too,” Jingyi added as he rubbed his tired eyes. Cups of noodles and bowls were strewn on his feet as he lounged near Jin Ling’s seat with a laptop. There were other tapes beside him with labels of other establishments that were still left untouched and subject for surveillance.

The men groaned in defeat as they all slumped on their chairs. It had been days since their encounter with Wangji’s apparent fated mate and yet they still haven’t made any progress on finding who or where on earth did they disappeared into. They lost count on how many times they passed out in front of their P.C’s or when was the last time they ate. Fortunately, their omega friends are also extending their helps on their search that is still a million miles far from over.

“Breakfast for everyone!” Shen Qingqui announced as he raised a brown bag containing the breakfast bundle they ordered at the nearest food house. Xie Lian followed him suit, a bag containing energy drinks and milks on his hands.

The delicious smell of the food wafted towards the seeping Binghe, rousing him from sleep. His head snapped up from being buried with papers as he beamed at Shen Qingqui. “Aww, breakfast in bed Shizun?”

The omega rolled his eyes at his alpha’s comment. “Just eat it Binghe or else I’ll give it to-”

“N-No! I’ll take it, I’ll super take it!” His mate beamed at him before sitting beside his alpha to help him get his food out of the wrappers. Their small group had their breakfast-which is technically their late, late, late dinner whilst Lan Xichen stood up from his chair to at least stretch out hiss stiff legs.

He fished his phone out to send a quick greeting to his mate, who was once again, very much annoyed to hear from him. He let out an amused sigh as he shook his head. He loved him for his small antics such as feigning annoyance when in fact he really missed him.

“Huan-ge, this is C.E.O Wangji’s share, can you please give it to him? I really need to meet San Lang right now.” Xie Lian asked, a small container and tea on his hand.

 “I’ll take it to him, You can go on and have a date with your Alpha.” Lan Xichen replied as he smiled at him before taking the food from the flustered omega’s hands.

“I-I wasn’t…It was a photoshoot for the promotional poster.”

“Hmm…is that so? Send my regards to San Lang, and to you as well also. Thank you for helping my brother.”

“This is nothing compared to what he has done for the both of us Huan-ge. Besides, C.E.O Wangji deserves to meet his fated.”

“That he is,” Lan Xichen replied as he ruffled the omega’s hair making the other whine in protest. He walked him to the door before proceeding to the private office of his brother. Worried lines crossed his aristocratic features as he watch his brother pace on the hardwood floor of his office, his stance anything but relaxed.

Lan Xichen’s eyes gazed at the scattered used scent patches on the table. He even used his connection to access the Omegan Institutes that records the scents of unbonded omegas in their database for health insurance and yet the alluring scent of vanilla and jasmine of Lan

“Wangji…have you had your breakfast?”

Lan Wangji gave his brother the smallest shook of his head before he proceeded on pacing on his office like a caged animal. It would be the most fitting expression for him now since he lost count how many times his alpha tried to take over and raze everything just to find their mate. He resorted to pacing to burn the aching feeling on his legs that wanted to do anything but stay planted on his office.

How long has it been since he felt this kind of desperation and need?

He can think naught but the day his parents departed the land of the living. He mourned for it for days and would always wait at their doorstep even if the cold gets into his knees and induce cramps to his legs for them to go home. He would silently wait for them as his relatives mourn over the two urns that his Uncle Lan Qiren brought home.

But somehow…in some way, he already knew what happened. That they won’t come back home anymore. He just refused to accept the fact and chose to fool himself so he won’t break. So he won’t be a burden to his brother who can do nothing but hug him while crying to himself to sleep.

But this? This was a different kind of wait. This was the kind of wait that makes him feel all the emotions that he have tried to bury deep inside his frozen heart.

The agitation that will only cease if they finally have their mate within their arms and their scent covering the omega’s floral ones. The irritation that would disappear if his mate whereabouts is finally found.  The desperation that would only fade if they finally establish a bond that no one will be able to break once started.

He gritted his teeth and sat on his swivel his chair to calm himself down. He can’t let it get to his head and let it cloud his judgments. There must be some reason that his mate was nowhere to be found even in the Omegan Institutes.

Was he already bonded?

It brought forth the unfamiliar feeling of anger and jealousy to the alpha. Just the thought of other man, branding his fated’s nape, touch him during his heats, and breath the same air as him, makes him want to murder that man even if he hasn’t met him yet.

But that was out of the option since he saw how his fated went into the sudden heat the same time his rut suddenly begun. His scent, his alluring floral jasmine and vanilla scent was untainted. Void of any alpha’s scent.

Then what might be the reason?

His records not being in any Omegan Institute within the city is also suspicious. The omegas are entitled to register themselves the moment they have their first heat and release their scent for the first time. Their scents will be taken custody and duplicated into scent patches that would help them find a compatible pair in the near future.

SO why isn’t his in any of those scent patches?

The alpha’s train of thoughts was halted when his brother snapped his fingers in front of him. His golden orbs blinked rapidly before it focused on the worried face of his older brother. “Wangji? Are you with me now?”

“….Mn.”

Lan Xichen looked at him for a minute like he was a chord that would snap any moment, before continuing hesitantly. “I was asking if the scent patches The Omegan Institutes helped…anything close to your mate’s?”

“None of them were close enough.” He replied earning a sigh from his brother.

“That batch was the last one that was from the last Institute we haven’t looked into yet. Could it be that he came from another city?” Lan Xichen trailed, looking at the scent patches in wonder.

Lan Wangji shook his head. That couldn’t possibly be the case right? But he was wearing a some sort of costume matching the other people around him that time. They looked like a group of dancers. That increases the possibility of him traveling around and not having an institute in their area that held his records.

The alpha fisted his palms, his grip tightening around his blackberry in frustration of not concluding that earlier. What an unfortunate circumstance. It seemed like his mate loved adventure and exploring around. When they’re mated, he’ll still be able to dance and explore but he’ll make sure that it will be his den that his pretty omega will come home too.

He’ll never restrain his freedom nor chain him to the what most of the society expected from omega. A mother and someone who will on hands and feet for their alpha to go home. He’ll have a place on equal footing by his side. If he wanted to continue dancing, then so be it. He’ll arrange a proper contract with his group to ensure his security and safety.

If he wanted something else or brazen than that, the alpha will not hinder him either. His mate will have his full support. His parent’s raised him and his brother as men who believes that Omega’s are worth more than someone who can bear a child for their Alpha. That if supported and given the chance too, they can also do what alpha’s can.

His other artists who were omegas yet carved their own path into the Entertainment Industry is just a proof of that. His company never discriminate any hopeful omegas who try to audition and hopefully make a name from themselves. In fact, most of his famous artists are omega’s who excel in dancing and acting. They are both pleasing and easy to work too with their gentle nature.

Though there are some exceptions like the omega whom his brother hate to the core. The sensational singer of the other company they recently collaborated with, Mei Hua. She was his brother quote an insufferable woman who doesn’t know the meaning of  NO end quote. He can’t deny his brothers…allegations since the female omega tried to make a move on him too. It’s a good thing the moon Goddess didn’t intertwine his fate or his brother’s with that omega since he guaranteed that will be a relationship driving straight into destruction.

“Wangji?” His brother called in a louder voice making him snap out of his trance once again.

“Mn…?”

“My honey just called, he wants me to accompany him on scouring the Internet café’s in the area…he mentioned an issue about his brother running away from home…Moon Goddess, what’s with people disappearing here and there …will you be okay for at least half a day? I’ll come back later to help the others again. Hua Cheng texted me that he’ll come around later in the afternoon too.”

Wangji nodded his head almost immediately. He had already inconvenienced his brother on these matters that he should have been the one to work onto. “Mn. Send my regards to him.”

“I will...after I get a proper shower. I’ll see you later.” Lan Xichen replied wincing as he check out his flimsy clothing. He gave his brother a last pat on the back, before disappearing into the doors of his private office.

The idea of fated mates was somewhat exclusive to his parents for him until he experienced it firsthand with his brother who happed to meet the person he now calls his honey. Though unlike him, his brother met his mate on a more considerable circumstances. He met his mate on a Recording Store when his brother went on an incognito. It was an absolute chance meeting and an opportunity that his brother wouldn’t want to waste so he did the most unimaginable thing ever. He fled the store with his mate on tow.

He didn’t know what happened after but his brother came home with a red handprint on his face and a bruised ribs. It postponed some of his upcoming commercial shoots but the look on his brother’s face says that he didn’t regret anything of it.

It’s a good thing that they are on a more understanding…setting now. They are even living on his brother’s penthouse now. He felt something akin to jealousy creep into his heart. Soon, he’ll have that soon.

The alpha leaned  into the backrest of his swivel chair comfortably. It’s only half-an hour after five. He’ll try to doze off for a while before changing into a proper attire for tonight’s dinner. The silver alpha shut his eyes and let the soft music of flute playing on the background lull him to sleep. It was one of the unmarked CD’s an anonymous person sent. He thought that it would be one of those pranks where these kind of CD’s usually contain records of some punk kid cursing their company, but it wasn’t. It was a soft melody with an almost phantom like harmony that soothes the alpha to sleep.

When sleep finally took over, the alpha dreamt of a faceless yet grey-purpled eyed omega smiling at him as he play flute while he strum his guqin.

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|| EXCLUSIVE 05 ||

“Do we really have to do this so early in the morning everytime?” Wei Wuxian asked before yawning out loud. His eyes went a little misty so he rubbed it a little. But when his vision have cleared, the small  pile of clothes turned into a mountain-full in Lanhua’s arms.

He quickly went onto the young alpha’s side and gathered half of the clothes into his arms. His nose wrinkled a little when some of the fur from the clothes got too close on his nose and made him sneeze a little.

Chu Hua’s head popped from their closet, “Bless you. Why yes of course. Early birds catches the worm Hei Hua.” His mentor Chu Hua stated with an irritated expression on his flawless as ever face. He was the same omega who greeted him when he first came here in the Hidden Sun four days ago. He now took the liberty of teaching Wei Wuxian the do’s and don’ts and baptized him with the name Hei Hua…meaning Lotus Flower.

Chu Hua told him that when an omega is recruited in Hidden Sun brothel, they take a different name that is usually a flower. While his was lotus, Chu Hua’s was Chrysanthemum. It took a lot of times to adjust to being called as that name but he had no choice. It’s just a little weird that he will no longer be called a-ying, Wei Ying or Wei Wuxian. He even missed his friends calling him Wei Wei, but he can’t go back to that life anymore.

He understood the deeper reason for having a flower name. For the past four days of his stay here, he really felt the depth of being an omega in a brothel. Being treated as a flower who would try to attract anyone with their allure and beauty.

Wei Wuxian grimaced at him. “I don’t eat worms.”

“It’s an expression. An expression.” Chu Hua commented rolling his eyes as he piled another hanfu on Wei Wuxian’s arms.

“Whatever, it’s still early in the morning.”

“Just the perfect time to have a bath. The shower and bath will still be warm and clean enough for us to soak into, walk quicker the both of you.”

Wei Wuxian rolled his eyes again before following the omega into the hallways directing to the bath. Chu Hua slid the other wooden door open and ushered the two on placing the outfits into what seemed to be the dressing room. “Leave those here and change, we’ll soak for a little while in the bath.”

The three of them quickly changed into their towels before proceeding into the bath. The hot steam from the artificial hot spring clouded the room lightly as they all piled inside. Chu Hua dipped his toe lightly before nodding with a smile on his face. “Just the right temperature.”

He unfurled his towel, before dipping his fair lithe body into the warm waters of the hot bath,  Lan Hua and Wei Wuxian following him suite. Wei Wuxian quickly moaned in delight as the warm waters of the bath quickly soothed his cold and stiff muscles.

He stretched like a cat under the bath and tucked the stray strands of his hair that escaped from his bun. “This hits the spot…”

This was one of the little things he look forward to after waking up six-thirty in the morning. The relaxing hot bath they can have for themselves. He let out a relieved sigh as he flexed his arms. This place had some good bath despite its dark…origins. Especially having such fluff creatures such as Lanhuan.

Wei Wuxian stared at the young alpha fondly as he slowly rubbed a clean towel into his arms. He looked so young and innocent to be into this place. He can’t help but wonder what kind of course would he like to pursue if he get to get out of this place?

He was shocked at first when Chu Hua introduced him to Lanhua, who was an alpha. Many question’s came into his mind like what is an Alpha doing in an omegan brothel? Or why is such a young kid as him doing here? The bitter truth was revealed to him when Chu Hua told him the that Lanhua was sold here ever since he was four and was raised as an omega. He didn’t pry that much into the young alpha’s life but he bore deep grudges to the ones who left this young kid into this brothel.

“Lanhuan…how old are you now?”

The young alpha smiled at him, “Seventeen years old Xian-ge.” He answered politely as he reached for the basket he brought with him from the dressing room and brought out a pink small canister.

“Why do you ask?”

“Mhm…Nah. Just popped off in my mind…What’s that anyway?” Wei Wuxian asked pointing at what the young alpha was placing on his face to change the topic.

Lanhuan smiled at him. “Hydrating Gel, from Chu Hua. Do you want some Xian-ge?”

Wei Wuxian smiled at him before scooting closer into the young alpha. “Hydrating Gel huh, will you please apply some into your Xian-ge’s face?”

“There he goes with his laziness again,” Chu Hua commented.

“I’m not being lazy~ Besides Lanhuan offered!” Wei Wuxian argued sticking his tongue at the omega who could only shake his head as he too, applied some cream into his face.

Chu Hua was really nice if you just overlook his frequent fan-hitting tendencies and too frank comments. He really is good-looking too. With long thick lashes and straight black hair, Chu Hua is like a goth princess in the making. Such a shame that he had to resort working in such a place like this. But with his current condition, it was just like a pot calling the kettle black.

Nothing but the sounds of the soft trickles of water echoed in the room before it was interrupted with loud peals of laughter from the door. A group of female omegas dressed in their white inner robes entered the room with the exception of the one in the middle who was wearing a hot-pink one.

Their laughter immediately ceased when they met the stares of Wei Wuxian and his group. The woman’s face contorted almost immediately in an arrogant, demeaning stare. “Fancy seeing you here Chu Hua.” The woman in pink inner robes stated, giving Chu Hua’s name an emphasis that implies there was a complicated history between them.

Chu Hua took the cucumber off from his eyes and smiled sweetly at the woman, “Good Morning to you too Meigui Hua.” Chu Hua replied with the same cadence and sickly sweet tone at the Meigui Hua person.

“And you brought the…broken alpha…and the new livestock with you?” She cut of smoothly, giving Lanhua and him a side glance.

Time seemed to stop for a moment for Wei Wuxian as the woman’s annoying word’s slowly sank into him. Did she just…Did she just insult Lanhuan? He had his fair share of traditionalists who shunned him for being a male omega-called him an abomination and whatnot so he can pretty much say he’s immune to what they have to say about him.

But Lanhua was a different case.

Wei Wuxian stood abruptly, making the water splash everywhere as he walked to the edge of the bath where Meigui Hua and her crew are standing about. “Meigui Hua…right?”

The woman took a few steps back before folding her arms into her chest. Her dark eyes went over Wei Wuxian’s body like she was doing a full body check before plastering a fake smile on her face. “Hei hua…If I’m not mistaken. Not bad…you look much better in person.”

“Too bad for you, I’ve heard so much about you…only to be disappointed when I finally met you face to face.”

The omega’s mouth slacked open as her stance faltered for a split second before her entourage rushed to support her. “E-Excuse me?”

Wei Wuxian feigned innocence as he placed his arms on his hips. “Nah, just thinking that you should take some notes from Lanhua here. Maybe you could get some points to you know…be more natural looking than caking your face with thick powders? You looked like a ghost…I almost screamed when I saw you.”

Wei Wuxian wanted to bend onto his knees and laugh out loud. He was really close to laughing after watching how the woman looked like he was close to bursting from anger and perhaps…humiliation. “Y-You-“ she exclaimed, just as her entourage grasp her arms.

“T-this won’t be the last Hei Hua…” she exclaimed before turning back and speed-walking out of the bath house.

Wei Wuxian waved at her as she walked out before keeling down to laughter. Chu Hua who was shocked on the entire exchange also burst into laughter as she dropped the Cucumber carelessly into the water. Lanhuan too laughed as the tense air finally left the room.

Wei Wuxian wiped the tears on the corners of his eyes as he faced the two. “You should’ve…you should’ve seen her face!”

“FYI, I did…and it was hilarious. I didn’t know that confronting her would be this entertaining again.”

“Oh, really? This happens on regular occasions?”

Chu Hua rolled his eyes as if he remembered something annoying, “Regular wouldn’t even describe it. She would always, I mean always have the time to pester us before you arrived here. We had a quiet days before since she was gone for a week after some high profile client asked for her overseas.”

“Overseas? This place also allows that?”

Chu Hua nodded at him, “yeah…but with special unfortunate conditions.”

“Like what?”

“You have to wear a collar around your neck, arm and your hand.”

“For what reasons?”

“To prevent us from escaping.” Lanhuan commented silently.

“T-That’s absurd…” Wei Wuxian commented in horror.

“I know…we all know…but we have nothing to do about it. The moment we step into this place…we no longer have the right to complain if something is absurd or not…”

“Now, bend those knees, stick your ass up in the air. There. Then give me your sexiest look. The look that says ‘Come and Get Me’. ” Wei Wuxian crawled on fours on the makeshift stage and stick his butt as high as he can. He bit his lip, his cheeks reddening at his Chu Hua’s instruction for him. Come and get me look? How is he going to do that? He didn’t want them to come to him or get him.

Apart from waking up so early, this was one of the part of his days that annoys him so much. He had to practice how to be alluring and more omega-looking under Chu Hua’s guidance. Four days and he haven’t made any progress.

“Hei hua, Is that your sultriest version of Come and Get me? That looks like you’re tummy’s aching and you’re in the need to the bathroom. Try again. Come on, even little LanHua here is doing a better job than you.” Wei Wuxian pouted and collapsed on the soft carpeted floor in a thud.

“I really can’t do that Chu Hua. My back’s already aching.” The strict omega quickly hit Wei Wuxian in the head with his floral fan. “Shut it. LanHua did it on his first try, and he isn’t even up for showing yet. Owner decided that he’ll debut with you so you should try to do some catching up.”

“Chu Hua, please don’t hit Xian-ge’s head.” Lanhua commented on the sideline gently. Wei Wuxian pouted again and crawled towards the young man’s side and clung to his legs.

“Only Lanhua understands my poor self. He’s such a pure good kid.” The young man gave him an awkward smile shyly.

“For an alpha, Lanhua is way way more omegan like than you Hei Hua, now come back to the stage and give me a seductive pose or else the both of you won’t be having dinner tonight.” His mentor spat pointing his fan at hm. The omega just grumbled and extracted himself from the young alpha.

Much to Chu Hua’s words, Lanhua is indeed more omegan like than him. He’s really soft hearted and feminine looking that he can pass off as an omega if not for his spicier and sharper scent he kept trying to disguise with floral scented oils. He thanked the moon goddess above that Lanhua didn’t become as twisted as the other omega in the brothel that had been bullying him ever since he came here. Chu Hua told him that they we’re just bitches in heat trying to defend a territory they never even owned in the first place.

A sudden hit on his head  brought him back to the reality once again. “Hei Hua. Stop spacing out. DO as I told you and you and Lanhuan can eat dinner.”

“Ouch that hurt Chu Hua!”

“That’s just 5% of my strength now go down on your knees. Don’t you have any seductive bone in you or something?”

“Of course I do! Every omega have their inner cha-”

“Don’t give me that all omegas have their inner charm blah blah, Tell it to me straight,” Chu Hua trailed as he bent his knees to be on the same level as Wei Wuxian, “Have you ever watched porn?”

“What of course no-”

His words disappeared into thin air as Chu Hua’s ‘are you kidding me?’ look became too much for him to ignore. “F-fine I do! What’s so wrong with that?”

He did, but that was way back in high school when some of his friends suddenly had the bright idea to do so. It was a mess, since he didn’t last for more than half an hour before he went to the bathroom discretely, and puked his guts out. There was something with the fake connection and staged affection that didn’t sit right with him.

After that incident, he refused to do so again and started inclining into the world of Adult Manga’s and stories. It was honestly better than any AV’s since he get to picture out the characters himself and the chemistry and intimacy of the characters felt more real…and besides, he get to imagine that it was actually him, and a very special someone doing it.

“I’m not saying it’s wrong, we all have our fair share of our AV”s and porn, especially for us since we do…need the stimulation during our heats. But what you’re doing wrong here is…unlike them, you’re giving seduction a different look. If I’m an alpha, I wouldn’t give you any time of my day.”

Wei Wuxian bit back the reply that he wanted that more than anything else, and stayed quiet instead.

“How about we try to approach it on a different angle. Do you have someone you use as a masturbation material?” A familiar aristocratic face partnered with a pair of ethereal golden orbs and kissable lips, immediately flashed into his mind, staining his cheeks with a noticeable shade of red.

“That’s a nice reaction from you…was he that handsome?”

Handsome doesn’t even cover it.

“or Is he packed on that department.”

I haven’t actually checked yet, not that I have the chance too, but he had this aura that makes me strongly believe so.

“Oh really, is he someone around your age or older?”

Lan Wangji might be a few month’s older…but not far from my Twenty-one.

“Ah, so his name is Lan Wangji?”

Wei Wuxian’s eyes widened like deer caught in the headlights. His mouth hung open in shock as he stared at Chu Hua in apprehension.

“What? You didn’t realize you were saying literally everything out loud?”

His mouth open and closed like a fish out of water. Did he really? He caught Lan Huan’s stare and telepathically sought answers. Lanhuan then turned his head away from him out of respect and to not further embarrass him.

“What’s with that virgin-like reaction. We all have someone we like to jerk off to. But yours seemed entirely different cause it looks like he had fucked you many times in your head already.”

Wei Wuxian groaned and covered his face. “Don’t make me remember.”

“Remembering is good. It might guide you on how to approach this, seduction thingy easier. Picture it like this. You are serving the man of your fantasies…he was sitting right here…right now…right in front of you. What do you do to make him desire you?”

Wei Wuxian’s omega perked at the idea. A vision of the golden-eyed man sitting on a plush red chair, legs folded in a domineering manner as his eyes pinned him on the spot. He felt his body relax further as he dipped his upper body lower. It emphasized his eyes and provided just a small peak of his undergarments as his Hanfu dipped down.

“Mhm, Now we’re talking. Now give me the look that could make him swoon and kneel down on your feet.”

Wei Wuxian bit his lips softly, his breath getting tight at the fantasy his inner hoemega egged him on as his eyes glazed with an alluring shade of luminescent purple.

Chu Hua smirked at Wei Wuxian who looked like a red lotus that suddenly bloomed, “There, just like a fiery little red lotus Hei Hua. Charm them with your elegance.”

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OMAKE: The Jade Emperor’s Lover

‘And what we have here, is the possessions of the Greatest Shangdi of the Region, his highness Lan Wangji. A man who ruled with incomparable wits and compassion and caused the unity of all kingdoms.’

The women’s gushed as they stared at the intricate Gold throne that bore the markings of a dragon curling around it. There were also gold coins and precious gems that were said to be gifts from different kingdoms that have gained the loyalty of the Emperor. There were also swords from the Empire's Royal army, but what caught everyone’s attention was the two large tapestry that was hung behind the dragon throne.

A lady in red dress and black hat pointed at the tapestry on the left. “Who’s that Lady?” The one on the right was obviously the Emperor. Dressed in gold and red robes of a groom, no one would miss the golden orbs of the Emperor that was said to capture a lot of maiden hearts. But the one on the left, was someone they have never seen before. The woman was dressed in Qipao with a sheer red veil covering her smiling face.

A small smile crossed the tour guide’s face. “It’s his majesty’s one and only greatest Love…the only person that was able to touch his cold heart and the only one that loved him for he is not because he’s the one that ruled the empire nor that owned treasures that would put any kingdom to shame.”

The ladies’ cheeks flushed pink as they look at the two tapestries as one. The woman’s face, though obscured by the red veil, was smiling as her hand that held a gold fabric, reach toward the Emperor’s. Her long dark hair was swaying gracefully with the wind, a few strands catching the petals of what seemed to be from the peach tree behind her. It must’ve been taken near a lake as there were red lotus flowers  pooling at the bride’s feet. The Emperor on the other hand was looking at the woman like the world begun and ended with her, his lips turned up into a small smile as he knelt before the lady.

“The emperor must’ve loved him so much, ” the ladies at the front looked back at the young man who was casually standing behind them. He was sporting a cheeky grin as he set his palms and chin on the tip of his mop. “I mean, he wasn’t smiling widely…but you could see how relaxed his shoulders were, and how gentle his features looked.”

A woman clad in pearls and in her mid-thirties frowned at the janitor. “Are you implying that Emperor Wangji is gay?”

The janitor blinked at them as he adjusted his stance. “No-I…I just noticed he doesn’t seem to be a lady. His form looked more of like a lean man, not a slim lady.”

“How can a janitor like you would know that?” Another lady argued as he covered her face with a fan, while looking at the janitor up and down.

The young man sighed as he placed a hand on his waist. “I have worked and cleaned every nook and cranny of this place. Of course I would notice he is a man, just look at him!” he argued pointing at the tapestry. “His waist doesn’t even have the,” he leaned his mop on his push cart and gestured for the waist of a lady, “-shape!”

“There’s no way a handsome man like him would chase another man!”

“How sure are you about that? Have you met the Emperor?“ the woman flushed red as she clamp her lips shut.

The tour guide laughed at their bickering, catching the attention of both parties. “Oh, sorry. I was just amused seeing the two sides of the story finally go side by side.” He wiped a tear on the sides of his eyes as he adjusted to his glasses. “Though I may have to agree on this young man’s side. His majesty’s lover was indeed a man, not a lady.”

“HA!” the janitor exclaimed as he pump his fists in the air. “I knew it! There’s no way a guy like that would go chasing skirts of ladies!”

The tour guide chuckled softly. “That he is. Actually you could notice a few details hinting it. The golden fabric that his lover was holding was actually the [1]Emperor’s sleeve. According to the poem that was kept alongside this tapestry when it was dug on site, his majesty and his lover was enjoying [2] peaches near the residence where he and his lover lived when this was commissioned by His majesty's older brother. It was a grand villa that sits beside a lake who had lots of the said lover’s most favorite flower and…dish. Lotus flowers.”

The young man’s mouth watered at the tour guide’s revelation. Did someone mention Lotus flowers? He took a step closer to listen, something he doesn't usually do since History bores him to death.

The crowd on the other hand look both shocked and astonished. There were already voices and conversations springing from the group but only the student in red parka addressed the statement without any hate or form of judgement. “Going as far on having it on a giant tapestry and preserving it for thousands of years…he must’ve wanted the heavens to know that he loved him.”

The tour guide smiled sadly at them. “Yes. It was something the Emperor…failed to do in their past life.”

“What happened?” the ladies asked in curiosity.

“On the day of their wedding, before he could even fit the jade ring on his Lover’s hand, he was assassinated.”

“Assassinated?”

The tour guide nodded his head. “As a man who thwarted corrupted politicians and who strives for the safety of his citizens, the Emperor was bound to make many enemies. AN arrow was set to pierce his heart on the day they were about to bow before the heavens, but his lover took the arrow. It was a fatal shot and was laced with a strong poison…not even his brother who was the most excellent doctor could help him. No one could do anything as they watched they’re emperor held the hands of his lover as he took his last breath.” He ended sadly as his eyes met the young man at the back. The young man shifted from his position uncomfortably, feeling a sudden wave of déjà vu on his part.

“I-I…how come this wasn’t in historical texts? I teach ancient history in the Uni but I’ve never heard of this before…are you sure that what you’re telling us is accurate?”

“Sometimes regarded as a Ghost who came to plague the Emperor with nightmares but has fallen for the Emperor…sometimes a fox deity that tried to seduce the emperor from his Good doings but was seduced in return at the end. There were many written works and academic researchers regarding the said lover of the emperor who never made it to the Inner Palace as an official consort, but it only meant one thing for me. He loved him so much that he wanted the future generation knew he existed even after he departed from this world.” he replied in a wistful tone.

“What the hell, is that a modern-day retelling of Romeo and  Juliet-ah sht…he was a man…but that’s sad. What happened to the Emperor after that?” a young man from the students who were having an excursion asked.

“The Emperor’s existence is regarded as an important thing in the empire…but so is the future of the empire. Even at his grief over his lover’s death, the elders pushed the emperor to wed someone to bear him an heir. They took advantage of his grief and pestered him about it until the Emperor snapped for the first time. He threw jade ring in front of them.”

“The one meant for his Lover?”

“Yes…and he ordered them that anyone who could fit their ring finger on the ring…he would wed that person and stay with them for eternity.”

“Oh-wow…that was some Cinderella-sht there.”

“Yes. The Inner palace court went wild. The officials went crazy and asked their own daughters, their maids, their relatives-even their wives to try the ring.”

“But it didn’t fit.” The janitor who pointed out the Lover’s identity blurted without thinking from the back, making the tour guide smile.

“No it didn’t. No matter how they force it, how many liters of the most expensive oils they apply on their finger, the jade ring refused to fit any hand. Some even tried to shatter the ring and remake it to fit their finger, but it didn’t budge either. No force was able to interfere with the Emperor’s Jade Ring.”

“How is that even possible?” a lady in green dress asked.

“Yeah, I’m sure someone’s bound to have the same finger as the Emperor’s Lover.” His friend agreed.

“Everyone thought so too...If you don't believe me, you could try for yourself.” The tour guide offered as he unlocked the glass case with the brown wooden box with engraved musical notes and some kind of an animal in it.

“W-wait isn’t that illegal?”

“Nah, we’ll be fine. We just have to keep it a secret…right everyone?” he replied, winking. The crowd voiced their agreement as they nod eagerly. “Very well. May I present to you, the Emperor’s Jade Ring.”

The crowd went in awe as the tour guide opened the box and showed them a gorgeous ring. It was a simple jade band with a silver offset that had a few intricate carving’s on it. 

He plucked the ring from the velvet cushion and offered it to the lady. “Ladies first.”

“Oh-I-Okay.” He offered her right hand to the tour guide. The tour guide took her hand aimed the ring at her ring finger. Everyone eyed the exchange with abated breath. A few minutes passed but the ring wouldn’t fit pass the tip of her finger. Her finger was getting pale from the cut of blood supply when her friend butted in.

“Let me try that, I bet your finger were just fat.” The lady gave her friend the ring with a puzzled expression on her face. Was it only her or did the ring suddenly felt smaller than when she held it initially?

Her friend and the few students tried the ring, but like the first try, it never fit. It was always too tight and never got past the tip of their fingers.

 “It was as if the ring was made solely for him…”a girl said in awe as he returned the ring to the box that was in the tour guide's hand.

“How was that even possible? Are you saying the ring wouldn’t fit anyone unless it was his lover?”

“From magical rings, now we’re talking about Reincarnation?” a student snorted.

“That proposition,the reincarnation, is an interesting thing. It was said to be that the Emperor did enough good deeds on his lifetime that he was able to ascend to heaven on his death due to old age. The heaven’s favored him so much that he asked him what is his greatest wish. He first asked for  his kingdom’s prosperity. The Ruler of the heaven’s were surprised as it was something he did wished for, but they knew it wasn’t what his heart wanted. They then asked for what does his heart desires the most. He asked to spent a lifetime to love him without the responsibilities of his royal lineage breaking them apart."

“How romantic can he be?” a girl exclaimed as she wiped her tears. The ladies agreed with her as they wiped the side of their eyes.

“W-what happened next?” the janitor ask as he try to choke down his emotions. It was as if someone was clenching at his heart. Every breath feels like it would make tears fell from his eyes.

The tour guide gave him a small sad smile. “Well, for as long as his lover didn’t wear the ring. It is said that the Emperor’s soul stayed inside.”

“Wha-what?”

The tour guide nodded his head sadly. “Yes…and it has been One Thousand Three hundred years... One Thousand Three hundred and twenty-one years to be exact.”

The crowd were silent for a while as they stared at the tapestry that held the fraction of the Emperor’s tragic love story. With such gentle smile he had for his lover, no one knew what hardships he had experienced. What more when he lost him right before his eyes? Somehow, everyone felt sorry for him. He had all the talents and wits a man could wish for. An entire empire with thousands of citizens that admire him. He could have anything he wanted...anything but the chance to be with his lover.

A sudden announcement from the Museums speakers breaks the silence. They were about to close in a few minutes. The crowd were given a few minutes to take pictures again before they were assisted to the exit.

The young janitor, in the name of Wei Wuxian stared at the tapestry even after everyone had left. He stared at the face of the man whom he haven’t met before…but somehow felt the nagging feeling that he must’ve. AN intense feeling of Déjà vu that made him want to wrack his head to remember it,yet nothing comes up.

Maybe it was the fact that had the same circumstances as the Emperor. He too was attracted to men…but unlike him, he hadn’t fallen in love before. Twenty-one years in existence and he hadn't found the man he'd like to spend his free hours annoyi-loving. But there was still an aching pain in his heart. A some kind of a longing that he couldn’t explain. Did he get too immersed in the Emperor’s Tragic Love story?

“…try the ring?”

He suddenly stopped from his train of thoughts when someone spoke behind him. It was the tour guide. “E-excuse me?”

“Oh, I was asking why didn’t you try the ring a while ago? You we're also listening but you didn't line upon trying the ring. I’m Lan Xichen by the way. The new tour guide.”

“Oh…I-I’m Wei Wuxian.” he replied awkwardly while shaking his hand lightly.

“Nice to meet you.” He said flashing him a smile. He was handsome. With a pair of gold eyes and an aristocratic-like looks, he could have any lady he desired and would be a target of those who swing his way. But he didn’t feel attracted to him in any way.

If only his eyes were a lot paler gold…or if his face had more this icy-cold feel. Like the Jade Emperor...maybe then….maybe He’d like him.

"Wei Wuxian?”

He blinked his eyes a few times. He raked his hand over his messily tied up hair. “Sorry, I spaced out….you were asking why I didn’t wear the ring, yes?”

Lan Xichen smiled lightly and nodded his head. “Yes.”

“Well, first of all, I don’t think it would fit on mine,” he trailed.

“How sure are you? His lover was a man…like you are. Do you dislike the idea of the possibility that you would be the reincarnation of his lover?”

Wei Wuxian’s cheeks flushed at the thought. Dislike? “Why would I deny the affections of such handsome specimen? If I turned out to be his long lost-cinderella-ish lover, I’d kiss the hell out of him and make sure he’ll stay by my side forever.”

“Mark your words…” the tour guide murmured under his breath.

“Huh-Did you say somethi-”

He gave the young man a smile before clapping his back lightly. “I said you missed a wonderful magical experience. Hmm...You still space out a lot huh. Well we can still see tomorrow if the magical shoe fits. But  I’ll  be going first, my cute lover is waiting at home.”The young man trailed as he paced a white bull cap over his head.

Wei Wuxian looked at him weirdly as he made his way out. “What a weirdo.”

He let out a sigh before pulling his mop from his cart. He’ll just finish his job early and sleep this off. He fished his mp3 from his pocket, only to feel a cold band on the pocket of his jumpsuit.

He pulled the cold object from his pocket. “What the…” it was the Emperor’s Jade Ring. The ruby on the carved dragon glimmered as the light of the room hit it. “How did this get-” he looked at the exit in suspicion. Did the Lan Xichen guy place it on his pocket? For what reason?

He stared at the ring in wonder. It was indeed beautiful despite its simplicity.

…and on pure curiosity, he slipped it on his ring finger.

His eyes widen in surprise when the ring slidin without any trouble. The fit was snug but not tight…then what were they talking about that the ring not fitting on any finger…was it just a joke?

He faced sideways, and displayed the ring over his head. “No way…does that mean I’m the emperor’s-” his words we’re cut short when a trail of smoke pooled on his feet and gathered in front of him, cloaking a dark figure.

"What in the-?" he exclaimed as he took a step back.

When the smoke cleared, a pair of golden eyes peered up at him as the person who owned them knelt down on the floor…just like the one in the tapestry.

Cold wind blew from the large windows, making the sheer curtains veil his features. Moonlight spilled in the room, illuminating the face of the man he knew he have met before.

“Wei Ying…”

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EXCLUSIVE 06

“Hi, Good Evening Sir. Can I ask if you saw his guy in your Internet Café for the past few days?” Jiang Cheng asked politely, holding out a photo of Wei Wuxian. The man in question who looked like the owner of the 24/7 Internet café didn’t even spare him a single glance. His eyes remained fixated to the monitor of his screen, his mouth sporting a nicotine stick. Jiang Cheng waved the smoke of the cigarette away but ended up covering his mouth when it became too intense, and he didn’t even look bothered by it. “Uh, Sir? This is my brother, he’s been missing for a few days. I would like to ask if you saw him.”

Jiang Cheng’s eyes narrowed as his alpha who was heavily disguised with a scarf around his neck, a pair of shades, and a wig with long dreads, held his arm. Jiang Cheng’s sharp eyes turned to him, narrowing at his attempt to pull him back from giving the man a piece of his chaotic mind.

Lan Xichen smiled at him and rubbed his hand before tugging him back lightly. “I got this honey, stay back.” Jiang Cheng’s brows arched up but did as his mate told him too. He adjusted his scarf around his neck just as a loud bang echoed in the café.

The teenager’s and the other customer’s eyes were on them in a blink of an eye, spectating the scene his alpha made when he slammed his fists on the table. “Hi, my mate was just asking if you saw this missing person here? Here’s a photo, mind taking a look at this?” The owner stared at his alpha with wide eyes before slowly reaching for the photo. “Thank you, we’re just really worried. Just like the parents of these kids if they found out that they are in a place that doesn’t follow the guidelines on electric sockets and lines. You’re even smoking on an establishment that doesn’t even have proper ventilation, It’s almost a miracle you haven’t set fire on this place, right?”

The owner looked at the badly organized sockets at the far corner of the room, he quickly squished his cigarette to the ashtray that is already over-flowing. “I-The technician wasn’t here to check on that…”

“Mhm, I see.” Lan Xichen nodded, smiling like a predator. “SO have you seen him around here?”

“I-uhm…N-No I haven’t. I haven’t seen this guy around here.”

“Oh, then can I have a copy of that CCTV outside your establishment?” Lan XIchen asked, pointing at the cameras statured at the café’s front.

“I-uhm, sir I don’t thi-” Lan Xichen arched a brow at him, his luminescent golden eyes peering at the dark tint of his shades. “Is there any problem?”

“U-Uhm…it’s just that we don’t usually give off our CCTV feed…without any warrant…”

Lan Xichen’s eyes narrowed further as he leaned in close to the owner’s table, his form imposing and threatening as he placed an arm to the man’s shoulders. “I don’t usually get pissed too, but when someone disrespects my mate and makes things harder than it should be, I could get really, really annoyed. And that warrant you’re asking for? It might as well be a notary to shut your place down.” The man gulped, his mouth drying up as the alpha’s golden eyes stare him down. It felt as if there was a reticulated phyton slithering around his neck, robbing him of oxygen.

He blinked a few times before flagging one of the on-lookers at one of the chairs. “A-yao…s-show this gentleman the feed of the CCTV for the -”

“Last few weeks.” Lan Xichen piped in, smiling widely.

The kid was quick on his feet and was back before ten minutes could pass with a black tape. He gave it to the alpha before scuttering back to where he came from. Lan Xichen examined the tape for a brief moment before looking at the owner once more. “I’ll mail this back to you after using it, thank you for your cooperation.”

The man could only nod as them as Lan Xichen went out, pulling his flabbergasted mate along. Right after the tinted glass door rung behind them, Jiang Cheng had his arms folded to his chest as he stared at his alpha with annoyance. “You do know that what you did was illegal right?”

Lan Xichen stared at him wryly as he rubbed the back of his neck, “At least we got the tape?”

“Got the tape my ass, what happens if they sue our asses? That would end up really bad for you, at least. Did you forget how famous you are? We should’ve taken a trip down the station and ask for a warrant. Moon Goddess, I shouldn’t have let you handle that. Is there a CCTV inside? What if they recognize you? What if they sell this story to a tabloid.”

Lan Xichen stared at his mate ramble like a stressed man he is with awe. This was one of the reasons he fell in love even more with his mate. He might come off strong and like he didn’t want to care about you, but deep inside, he’s all soft and caring.

He must’ve been staring at him for so long like an idiot, because the next thing he knew, a pair of cold palms slapped his cheeks albeit lightly. He blinked a few times before his mates sour face came into view. “Lan Huan, are you even listening to me?”

“Mhm. Of course, Honey. Your words are my law.”

Jiang Cheng’s cheeks flushed as he glared at his alpha. “Law my ass, for a former law student you don’t even know how to follow the laws of your own country. I might as well turn you in for your crimes.”

Lan Xichen wrapped his arms around his mate, pulling him impossibly closer. “Mhm, I wonder what my sanction would be? Spending an eternity by your side? I could really get used to that.” he teased, nosing his mates cheeks playfully.

“W-What the hell-”

“A-Cheng?” The pair turned to look at the source of the voice at the same time, although in Lan Xichen’s case, his face was quite pushed an awkward angle from his adorable mate’s  stubbornness.

“Wen Ning?” Jiang Cheng gasped out before pushing off his alpha away from his proximity.

“I knew it! I’ll recognize your voice anywhere!” the omega exclaimed, practically waddling towards Jiang Cheng’s direction. His lithe omegan form has swelled beautifully with his pregnancy. He still looked glowing despite carrying his first baby, it must’ve been because of his alpha actively fretting around him like he was right now.

“It’s fancy seeing you out here, ” A-Ning’s added as his alpha hovered around his side, his hand supporting the omega’s back as they walked closer to the other couple.

“Yaozong-ge?” Lan Xichen exclaimed much to the other three’s surprise.

“Uhm, Do I know you?” Wen Ning’s alpha asked, staring at the man with shades and dreads curiously.

“Have you forgotten me already? We practiced law on the same college together! We even had the same workplace, well before I became a singer of course.”

The man’s brow furrowed, pondering hard where could he have had an encounter with a man who had dreads. Lan Xichen must’ve realized the confusion his disguise brought, so he effortlessly pulled his wig and shades off. “Have you forgotten the man who have always saved you from being caught by the office due to drinking? It’s me, Lan Xichen!” he exclaimed loudly, loud enough for the other passers-by to hear.

It started as a mere whisper, before a certified fan girl screamed his name. “OH MOON GODDESS! IT’S LAN XICHEN!”

Lan Xichen’s eyes widened as he saw the people around him start to take their phones out and approach him. Jiang Cheng grabbed his arm and cussed lowly as he pushed a ridiculously large glasses up to his nose. “Way to go genius, I thought we are going undercover today?” He whispered to gritted teeth as he looked around for any exits. “Now we have an entire battalion of your fangirls on us.”

“I’m sorry…” Lan Xichen apologized as he scratched the back of his neck. “I’ll make it up to you later, but let’s get out of here first.”

“Yeah, but you’re fans are pretty much everywhere so pray tell how are we gonna outrun them?”

“I have a car parked near here,” Wen Ning’s alpha suggested as he wrap an arm around his omega protectively, eyes wary to anyone that would come close. “you could ride with us.”

“You’re a blessing from the Moon Goddess above Yaozong-ge, Let’s go.” Lan Xichen wrapped his coat around Jiang Cheng as they made a run towards his former colleague’s car. Flashes of camera lights surrounded them before they were able to pile into the Black Camaro. Yaozong didn’t waste any second and sped off from the downtown, leaving a screaming crowd of Lan Xichen’s fans.

“Phew, I thought we’re not going to make it through that hoard, any missing limbs or body part?”

Jiang Cheng slapped his arm harshly, “We almost got trampled because of your loud mouth,”

“Ouch, but we managed to escape safely, right?”

“Escape my face, what assures you that they won’t tail us?”

“Then, uhm, should we go to one of my safe houses for the time being?”

“Go where?”

“Are you sure this is your safe house?” Jiang Cheng asked as he lit the dark path with his phone. It took them a few hours of rounding about before Lan Xichen finally decided on going through a particular address that is just outside the city premises.

“I-uhm, not exactly.” Lan Xichen trailed as they walked into a stone path towards a well-lit house. The layout was something that would scream wealth and sophistication. The design retained the traditional Chinese house architecture but with a well-blended touch of modernization. Well he couldn’t see much since they were still quite far and only halfway through the stone slab stairs that leads to the house itself.

“It should be worth it since we’re troubling Wen Ning and his alpha to go with is to climb this-God forsaken stairs.”

“I know, I know, but I’d like them to stay with us for a while. Just to make sure no one would do any funny business. We could all rest up when we’re inside.” Jiang Cheng rolled his eyes at his alpha for the nth time but allowed him to pull him along so they matched their pace.

A few more steps and the entirety of the house finally came into view. “Oh Moon Goddess, that’s gorgeous.” Wen Ning commented, practically stealing the words from Jiang Cheng’s mouth. It was already eye catching from afar, seeing it up close now was enough to take their breath’s away.

“I would thank you for the compliment, but I won’t take the credit for the architecture of this house.” Lan Xichen commented as he pulled out his phone.

“Wait-what? What do you mean?” Jiang Cheng asked.

His question was lost in thought as his alpha started conversing with someone else on the phone. He just rolled his eyes and turned at Wen Ning who was practically wrapped with everything his alpha was wearing from before.

“I-uhm, I’m really sorry for dragging you guys here. We-I must’ve ruined your evening.”

“Nah, it’s okay. We’re actually on our way to your house when we met up with you. We we’re just walking to buy some Moon buns since I sort off…craving for some when I saw an ad on my phone.”

“Oh, I’m sorry If you didn’t get to buy.”

Wen Ning ‘s alpha laughed out loud, “Nah. No worries about that. We already bought a few dozens and this cute creature here gobbled all of them.”

“No-I didn’t! I gave you some.”

“Oh, are you pertaining to the half you gave me since you wanted to eat two different flavors at the same tim-ow!” Jiang Cheng chuckled at the couple as Wen Ning started hitting his alpha’s shoulder with his face as red as a tomato.

“Come on in guys, my brother’s on his way here but he said we can go in first.”

“Excuse me, did you mention you brother?”

Lan Xichen smiled at him as he punched the codes to the wooden door of the house. “Yeah, my brother. The news of my little adventure in the downtown must’ve reached the ears and noses of the paparazzi. They’re swarming around the Company as of now.”

Jiang Cheng groaned as he toes his shoes off his feet. This wasn’t what he had in mind when Lan Xichen mentioned that he had to meet his family soon after they decided on being together seriously. No that he had that much of a choice since his alpha was nothing but charming and persistent on wooing him for the past few weeks. So persistent that he just had to agree on being together with him. Not because he was head over heels with him too of course.

“Come on in Yaozong-ge, A-Ning. Allow me to treat you something great while you rest here.” The couple and his omega followed him inside as he navigated through the hallways of the house that soon led to an open living room with a gorgeous staircase that lead up to the second floor. “Get comfortable on one of the couches while I scourge through the fridge for something edible.”

“I’ll help you,” Jiang Cheng volunteered after situating Wen Ning and his alpha to the plush sofa.

“I could also help coo-”

Lan Xichen’s head popped out from the island, giving his former-colleague a glare. “Stay of my kitchen, everybody knows you can’t cook to save your life.”

His friend frowned at him. “What, of course I can. My mate has been teaching me a lot every time I have a day off.”

“oh sure, sure. I hope A-Ning wasn’t the one doing the tasting. I’m afraid it would upset not only him but your baby too.”

“Says the one who used to be gullible on how to cook instant noodles back in college.” Yaozong grumbled.

“Well that was before I met my honey here. I don’t want him doing all the cook alone, just like a certain someone here.” Wen Ning just laughed in reply as his alpha slumped beside him, sulking like an overgrown child.

“Enough with that and cook something so we  could feed A-Ning and his baby something good.” Lan Xichen saluted at him before kneeling down to get some ingredients on one of the cabinets.

“A-Ning, you mentioned that you were on your way to my house…?”

“Ah yes, I was wondering if you were in touch with A-Xian for the past few days.” The omega trailed as he lifted the white paper bag he had been carrying to his lap. “I wanted to return the scarf he left at home, but he wasn’t replying to any of my texts or calls.” He continued as he fished the dark red scarf out of the paper bag.

Lan Xichen’s brow scrunched a little when a familiar scent of jasmine permeated the air just as he was sautéing some vegetables. He shrugged the fore-coming thought immediately when he saw fresh jasmines on one of the vases.

“Actually, that’s the reason we were downtown. I was actually looking for him.”

“What why, is he missing?” Wen Ning asked worriedly.

“I can’t say exactly. I’ve tried running it down with the police but  until now, they haven’t found a single lead, well except for what one of our former dance crew member told me.” Jiang Cheng trailed as he helped his alpha wash the vegetables in the sink. “He mentioned that he saw A-xian downtown, a few nights ago, surrounded by some men in black. I don’t want to quickly jump into conclusions, but with that impulsive mind of his, I’m afraid he was mixed with a bad crowd.”

“I really hope that wouldn’t be the case…”

Jiang Cheng sighed deeply as he stared into space. “You and me A-Ning…You and me.”

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EXCLUSIVE 07

“C.E.O Can we take your statement?”

“C.E.O! Sources have informed us they saw your brother with a couple of unnamed individuals in the downtown, is he dealing with drugs?”

“C.E.O Is your brother connected to the Wen Drug Cartel that is happening in the downtown?”

Lan Wangji stared at the people that were pressing themselves on the closed glass doors with silent scrutiny. His face remained passive despite the turmoil that is slowly forming in his mind as the reporters threw their shameless questions continuously.

He was too busy looking for some lead on finding his mate that he didn’t notice the time. And when it was time to  go, the door that would easily lead to the Cloud Recesses Apartment complex was completely blocked. It’s certain that they are swarming at the entrance of the complex too.

“Sir, we have secured an escape route at the back exit, shall we proceed sir?”

Lan Wangji nodded at the security once, before following them to one of the many back exits of their company. He slid on the sleek black car in silence before his security personnel closed it.

“Where are we headed to sir?”

“Head to WeiXing.”

“Certainly sir.”

An entourage of identical dark cars exited the back of the company just as the hoard of reporters turned towards their way. The four cars splitted into four different ways, with only one heading to where the C.E.O would be.

Lan Wangji let out a small sigh as the company faded into the distance along with the screams of the nosy paparazzi. He fished his phone out of his pocket just as the name of the person he was meaning to call flashed in the screen. He slide his fingers through the accept toggle and greeted his brother.

“Brother.”

“Wangji, are you out somewhere?”

“Mn. I’m on my way to the WeiXing. The reporters have surrounded the company, I think they won’t be leaving anytime soon.”

“I-uhm. That must be because me. But don’t worry! I’m not doing anything illegal!”

“Mn.”

“You mentioned you’re on your way to WeiXing?”

“Yes.”

“Actually, we headed here to avoid the paparazzi also. I was wondering if we could crash for the meantime.”

“You don’t need to ask.”

“I know-uhm. But I kinda forgot the pass for the gate?”

“Mother’s Birthday.”

“…Oh. Right. Thanks…Wangji. See you here soon.”

“Mhm.”

He was silent for a few moment after cutting the call with his brother. He looked into the window and watched as the moon illuminated the dark woods. There was a strange feeling in his heart that was once tugged again by the memories he had  with his late mother. He was nothing but a small child, but he’s certain that he’ll never forget the small memories he had with his mother in the mountains where she originally lived.

As a woman wo was serving God, it was strictly prohibited for her to take a husband or to be taken in as a wife. She was bound to experience lifelong loneliness in the mountain with nothing but a shrine and a couple of animals to talk to. That is, until his father, by tough luck, got lost by doing a wrong turn. His father saw the shrine and stopped to ask for directions since he was lost, and yet he found something else.

It was a love at first sight for the both of them. No words were spoken and yet deep down in their still-beating hearts, they knew that they were each other’s one. But with his mother’s duty weighing her down, their love had a long way with different bumps and hindrance.

His mother’s clan were against their union. So was his Uncle Lan Qiren. His father and mother only had each other, and his older brother that was along the way. The two clans final decided on allowing the union with the exception that his mother stays in the mountains to continue his duties until the other priestess comes of age. Not like they can go against a fated match that both clans have strongly believed to.

It was a difficult back and forth trip but his father and mother made it work. They even had him just a few summers after his father. As a kid, his father allowed him to stay with his mother while his brother stayed with his father to continue his studies. It was kinda supposed to be lonely being kept on one place, but his mother always made the effort to make him smile.

He can still remember the nights that his mother and him would sneak out despite the strict curfew his mother’s place had just to catch some fireflies in the tall grass. He loved how the small blinking lights would fly into the moonlight, their small luminescence was nothing compared to the moon but they still had something that made him admire them.

It was one  of the reasons he built WeiXing on such traditional yet moderesque style, it was indeed a miracle that his mother who had always been living in the mountains as a priestess and his father who was a City man that is practicing law met.

The last year when his mother was finally relieved of his duties was when his father and mother decided to have a trip to see the world. It was understandable for both of him and his sibling that they didn’t interfere with their parent’s alone time, since it was clear that the two of them were waiting for it for a long time.

It was just that, no one expected that it would be the last time that anyone would saw them alive.

“Sir, we’re here.”

His driver stated, snapping him out of his train of thoughts. He stared at the dimly illuminated house just as his driver opened his door before him.

“What time should I come back for you Sir?” his driver asked politely.

“I will contact you. You can go rest now.”

“Certainly sir.” His Driver bowed once at him before leaving him at his own thoughts. He slowly made his way up the stone slab stairs as WeiXing came into view. He can’t help but feel nostalgic once again as the memories of his smiling mother flashed into his mind.

She would have surely loved this home.

He punched the key to the keypad before allowing a panel to scan his biometrics. The gate opened in a low creak before closing behind him automatically. The soft patter of the bamboo water fountain echoed in the quiet home as he made his way to the main residence.

The place was already well-lit when he reached the front door and opened it with another passcode. The chatters that must’ve started before he arrived ceased immediately just as four pair of eyes turned to look at him.

“Wangji! Come join us in our dinner!” His brother asked as he raised a transparent wine glass into the air, clearly drunk. He shook his head as he shrugged his coat off and hung it on one of the hooks. He toed his shoes off before proceeding to the table and greeting the quite unfamiliar guests his brother invited.

“Good Evening.” He greeted quietly as he sat beside his brother who quickly swung an arm around his shoulders. “Guys, meet my adorable brother. Wangji. He’s so handsome right?”

“A-Huan, stop bothering your sibling. Let him have his dinner properly for Moon Goddess sake.” An omega who strangely smelt like his brother scolded as he placed a set of utensils and plate in front of him. “Sorry about him, I stopped him more than a few times but he was really persistent.”

He shook his head lowly before offering his gratitude as he start dining in. “Thank you.”

“You’re welcome. So I-uhm…since your brother is too drunk to introduce us, I’d take the liberty of introducing the ones who barged and got dragged into your home. You might’ve noticed it already, but y-yeah. I-I’m your brother’s omega. Jiang Cheng.”

“I have heard you from my brother a lot of times.”

“I really hope the good ones outweigh the bad ones. SO-uhm. This is Wen Ning and his Alpha Yaozong-ge. We wouldn’t be able to outrun A-Huan’s battalion of fans if not for them.”

Lan Wangji nodded at them once before tanking them once again. The dinner continued silently with Lan Xichen proposing for a toast every now and then before passing out more than a few times.

“Xichen-ge is really something, he still hasn’t overcome his low alcohol tolerance.” A very familiar alpha commented as he fussed over his what seemed to be pregnant omega. He recognized him from the class photos his brother had back on their childhood home. He must be a colleague from his Law school.

“You and Me Yaozong-ge. I don’t understand why he still drinks even if he outs like a light like this after a few sips from a glass of wine.”

Lan Wangji shook his head as he stared at the untouched glass of wine they poured for him. It was a Lan family thing that he and his brother inherited, just like their talent for music that they got from their mother. This was also one of  the main reasons he avoids drinking during meeting since he could end up like this-or worse.

His brother’s antics continued for a while before he finally crashed on the living room, snoring softly. His limbs were carelessly hung over the sofa side ways but he slept comfortably nonetheless.

“I-uhm. I think we should get going now. It should be safe right now I guess.” The omega asked softly at them. He couldn’t help but stare at him for quite along time. It feels like he had seen his face somewhere but he couldn’t quite put it where.

“Yeah, I’ll drive you two. It’s this drunk man’s fault your alpha is also drunk.” His brother’s omega stated with slight annoyance, helping the small omega up to his feet.

“You can stay here.” He offered politely. “there are guest rooms on the second floor.”

“Oh-no. We possibly can’t. Besides, Yaozong still has a work tomorrow…me as well too. It’s fine really.”

“Yeah, and I still need to call the police. I must really apologize that we met under circumstances like this, but I hope I didn’t come on a bad note.” Jiang Cheng stated, rubbing the back of his neck lightly.

“You are more than my brother could ever ask for. He was blessed to have such admirable omega beside him.” Jiang Cheng blinked at him a few times, clearly shock, before laughing softly.

“You sure are polite. Thanks again. I hope we can meet on a more preferable circumstances next time.”

“Will do.”

His brother’s omega and his friends left the villa shortly just as he closed the door. He gently fixed his brother’s leg that was hanging at the floor just as a paper bag slipped off the floor, spilling a bright red scarf.

Lan Wangji felt his legs shook just as a familiar scent of Jasmine permeated the air. His heart thudded on his chest harshly as he reached for the soft fabric with his other arm that wasn’t used to brace himself from the floor.

He couldn’t be wrong…this familiar scent that he and his alpha would recognize anywhere…

It belonged to their mate’s

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EXCLUSIVE 08

“Are you sure I can just drop the two of you off?” Jiang Cheng asked while peering into the front mirror as he slowly exit to where they parked Wen Ning’s car. It was quite dark since the sun had already set. Good thing he didn’t choose to drink despite his alpha’s persistence due to his drunken stupors.

“Yeah. You already volunteered on taking the both of us home since this young man here, got himself very drunk.” Wen Ning exasperated as he poked his snoring alpha’s forehead. The man who only had a few glasses of wine groaned lowly before sticking himself closer towards his omega like a koala. It made Jiang Cheng snicker a little since it reminded him very much of a certain someone. “…and besides, this is my car. He can just drop me off at work tomorrow.”

“Mhm, If you say so.” Jiang Cheng replied as he input the home address of the two into the GPS of the car. If not for such feature of their car, there’s a fifty-one percent chance they’ll lose their way with all the forest covering the highway.

Wen Ning had since moved out to their apartment after meeting the man that he believed as a same case with him and his alpha. A Fated Pair. Their meeting was less stressing as his, since the man was a gentleman that courted Wen Ning before asking permission to be his pair. They didn’t have that much problem in their relationship since unlike him, Wen Ning wouldn’t have a hoard of omegas and admirers alike that would come after him if he seals a bond with Yaozong.

Ever since then, they are living in a small neighborhood just a half an hour ride from where he and Lan Huan were staying. It was a small peaceful neighborhood, and Yaozong seemed very much smitten with the blessing that was Wen Ning so he wasn’t that worried.

The three of them were quiet for quite some time with only Wen Ning answering the emails from his work when he suddenly sprung to life, completely jostling his alpha off of him. “WAIT! Moon Goddess, I forgot something!”

“Forgot what?” jiang Cheng asked slowing down lightly.

“A-Xian’s jacket!” Wen Ning exclaimed. “I left it back at your alpha’s younger brother’s house.”

“That idiot’s jacket? We can comeback for that later or I can ask A-Huan for it tomorrow.” Jiang Cheng bargained. He had driven quite far already and Wen Ning is pregnant. It’s already late and Wen Ning needs to rest.

“No-actually-that’s not it. We have to come back, like really come back.” Wen Ning repeated, clearly distressed. His alpha slowly roused to sleep, eyes blinking sleepily. “What’s wrong A-Ning?” his alpha asked in between the drowsy spells.

“N-nothing…I just left something I had to get back.”

Jiang Cheng frowned at him, noticing Wen Ning’s behavior to be quite…suspicious. “What do you mean?”

“There’s s-something else in the…bag…that I need to get back.”

“We’re going around in circles here A-Ning. What is inside the paper bag that we most certainly, absolutely, without a doubt, get back?”

Wen Ning looked troubled for a few minutes before he bit his lip and blurted out his reason. He tucked his head into his alpha’s neck, silently willing the ground to gobble him up. His alpha just laughed lightly and patted his alpha’s head.

“This isn’t f-funny! Please make it faster A-Cheng…” Wen Ning muttered as he glared at his alpha, making the other zip his mouth shut almost immediately.

“Why didn’t you tell me sooner?” jiang Cheng exclaimed, his cheeks as red as Wen Ning’s.

“How can I just say that I have those things on the same bag as A-Xian’s jacket?” Wen Ning exclaimed covering his completely red face with his palms, clearly mortified.

“Why do you have those things on the same bag in the first place?” Jiang Cheng shot back at him.

“I-we-that was our appointment before we met you guys downtown. S-since my pregnancy is progressing well…really well…and Yaozong has been busy studying his cases, I-we decided to buy a set…”

“A-A set? Are you kidding me?”

“I know!” Wen Ning exclaimed burying his face impossibly deeper into his palms. “B-but Yaozong got to e-excited and h-he-”

“We’re here!” jiang Cheng exclaimed before clicking his seatbelts off. “I’ll run back inside, you and your alpha stay here ok? Lock the doors.” Wen Ning nodded at him once before he dashed and disappeared as the car door closed.

Jiang Cheng fished out his phone from his pockets as he jogged up the stairs. He quickly swiped into his speed dial and rang the phone while he ran up. He was almost breathless when he reached the top but he still ran for it until he was at the gate. On the fourth ring, the call finally connected to his alpha.

“OPEN THE DOOR LAN HUAN!”

Lan Xichen’s limbs were sprawled everywhere as he dozed off to sleep. His face was nothing but serene as he went deeper into uninterrupted slumber. He felt a few rustles and the hairs at the back of his neck raising, but his dozing mind threw it off completely. He must’ve been asleep for a few more minutes before a familiar ringtone echoed somewhere near him.

His eyes were open almost immediately as he reached from where the sound was coming from. He squinted his eyes to see the Caller I.D, blinking a few times to lessen the sting of the bright lights suddenly illuminating his vision. He blinked a few times before awareness dawned into him, It was his omega.

He cursed lightly before standing up to fast, his vision blurring for a split second, before the intense need to answer into his omega surged back. He slid the accept toggle and brought his phone to his ears. Before he can even mutter a small greeting, his omega’s loud voice cut into the silence into the quiet room. “OPEN THE DOOR LAN HUAN!”

He pulled the phone away from his ears, wincing lightly as he rubbed his ears. His mate sure do have a loud voice, “H-Honey what’s the matter are you-” His question was cut short by a small growl emanating from a pair of glowing golden eyes, a few feet before him.

He immediately felt his alpha be on alert, his senses awakening as he tried to make out who was it that was growling at him. Shock dawned to him when he realized that he was staring at his younger brother’s pair of glowing golden orbs. His eyes were hard with malice as he growled lowly at him again.

“W-Wangji?”

His younger brother moved farther away from him, a stark red fabric clutched in between his hands. His stance was both defensive and offensive that Lan Xichen didn’t dare move a single muscle. It seems like his alpha was fully in control. One wrong move and he might get into a fist fight with him.

He slowly moved the cellular phone to his ears and whispered to his mate. “Honey…be quiet and stay at the door. I’ll try to calm him down first.”

“What? Why are you whispering? Calm who?” Jiang Cheng answered from the other line  as he fumbled to the passcode.

“Something…set-off my brother. His alpha is fully in control.”

“What? Why?”

“I’m not sure either…just stay outside for your own safety. I’ll try to calm him down first.” He quipped before cutting the call short. He couldn’t bring his omega in this situation where there’s a chance he could get hurt. He wouldn’t be able to forgive himself if his omega gets hurt.

“Brother?” Lan Xichen called cautiously as he try to make his scent less noticeable the air to neutralize his brother’s aggression.“Wangji?” he called him again. “Are you okay?”

Lan Wangji, who seemed to be snapping from his sudden burst of anger, blinked a few times before fisting  the jacket in his hands. He took a deep breath, the faint scent of vanilla and jasmine flooding his sense of smell and tried to compose himself.

He gave his brother an apologetic glance and shook his head. “My…apologies brother…” Lan Wangji trailed seemingly at loss of words for his own actions. The younger Lan’s scent was still laced with anger but Lan Xichen was pretty sure it wasn’t directed towards him. Seems like it was indeed just a burst of anger. A burst of anger that made him shiver thinking about the possibility when this younger Lan finally gets angry.

“Are you okay?” he asked in worry.

“I…I don’t know…” the younger Lan explained in confusion. That sinking feeling he had when he first found his mate just to lose him again, on that same day, seemed to come crashing back to him. Just multiplied to the point that loneliness, sadness, or any word in the dictionary could describe.

“You seemed out of your…rationality a few moments ago.” His brother explained, choosing his words carefully, to which he could only nod. His inner alpha pushed to take control and hunt down their mate after he saw the red jacket. He doesn’t know why, but it smelled really close to his mate’s. Something that not even the scent patches in omegan facilities do not have.

“The jacket…”

Lan Xichen turned to stare at the red fabric in his hands. “What about it? I think Jiang Cheng left-oh Moon Goddess.” He scrambled off the couch and ran outside. Barefoot.

He almost ripped the gate off of its hinges from the sheer force of opening them. He was breathless and disheveled lightly as he faced his mate whose fingers was hovering on calling his alpha once again to let him in.

“What the hell was that? You weren’t answering your calls! I thought you were punching your faces off of each other. I was about to call the police-or the hospital for Moon Goddess sake!”

Lan Xichen laughed softly as he wrapped his omega in a hug. “That won’t happen between us siblings…and besides I won’t have the heart to punch my own brother.”

“Idiot!” Jiang Cheng exclaimed, his words muffled since his alpha was hugging him impossibly close to his chest. Not that he was complaining. He and his omega needed the reassurance they weren’t hurt. He’s not an idiot to not know what to expect when two alpha’s acted out of their temper. It never ended well even for siblings.

“What are you that worried?” His alpha teased, making the omega blush.

He quickly pushed him away, well, more like got pushed away since his alpha was built that maybe not even his maximum effort would be able to. “Of course not!”

“it’s okay honey, why are you back so suddenly? Missed me already?”

“Where the hell are you even getting the confidence on assuming such impossible things? I’m here for the paper bag A-Ning left. Can I go back inside to look for it?” Jiang Cheng pressed, cheeks still aflamed with shades of red and pink.

“Yeah, Wangji pretty much calmed down already…” Lan Xichen replied as he usher his omega back inside. “What was inside the bag anyway that you really , really have to come back? I could just return it tomorrow you know…”

Jiang Cheng stiffened at his question and proceeded to walk faster. “N-Nothing. Just a j-jacket.”

“Oh, you mean the red jacket? Wangji has it, he must’ve seen it on the floor”

“On the what?!” Jiang Cheng exclaimed as he made a mad dash towards the door. His alpha got ahead of  him effortlessly and opened the mahogany door for him. Jiang Cheng was quick to sprint into the living room, just in time to witness the way his alpha’s younger brother’s ears turn a very, very dark shade of red. In his hands were the paper bag that he unintentionally looked into, only to see things that Jiang Cheng tried very hard to hide.

Lan Xichen’s face morphed into something akin to both shock and amusement as he eyed  the scattered objects on his brother’s lap and onto the floor. “Are those prostate massagers?”

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 EXCLUSIVE 09

Lan Xichen was at loss on how to react. His face was torn between amusement and embarrassment-the second one for his brother who was totally not expecting to see such stuff on the paper bag. His omega on the other hand looked like a fish pulled out of water. His lips were parted and closing, sucking small breaths to hopefully not lose consciousness.

“I-uhm…Honey…are those yours? You do know that I’m very much willi-”

“Stop! Stop! That’s not mine-I mean-” Jiang Cheng answered almost immediately. Hands waving in the air as if to disperse and imaginary thing in front of him.

“I know our schedules are not that in sync with each other, but we decided to be open to each other right?” Lan Xichen continued, quite liking how his lover’s skin was flushing with an adorable shade of red.

“What in moon Goddess are you s-saying!? I-I’m just here for the jacket and t-those-”

“Oh You mean these?” Lan Xichen pointed out switching one of the prostate massagers playfully. The small device created a low, vibrating hum that made the already heavy atmosphere, heavier. Heavier in a sense that both Jiang Cheng and the other Lan are completely at loss on what to say.

Sex toys are part of an omega’s daily life especially for those unmated ones. It doesn’t absolutely sate the heat but it keeps the discomfort at bay. It was a completely mundane thing, but when it was your mate teasing the hell out of you, jiang Cheng doesn’t want anything but get swallowed by the ground right this moment. That-or get the things needed and zip out of this place.

“We’re going off topic here! Just let me have those and-and I’ll be on my way. Please.” Jiang Cheng half-begged holding his temples to keep off the impending headache. Being mated to a giant baby that was Lan Xichen was surreal-almost unbelievable.

Lan Xichen felt bad almost immediately since it seems like he went overboard on teasing his mate. Maybe it was the booze still doing its wack-o on his unfortunate Lan genes. He raked a palm over his face, hopefully t sober himself up, before bending down to pick up the…things and place it inside the paper bag. He placed them inside the paper bag before giving it to his still embarrassed mate.

“T-thank you…I-uhm…the jacket too.” Jiang Cheng pointed out.

The older Lan turned to his brother who currently had the jacket in his possession. “Oh-uhm Wangji the-“”

“It belongs to my fated…” Wangji spoke in a low voice but loud enough for his brother to hear.

“W-what?”

“The scent…in this…” Wangji trailed, his fists curling around the red fabric. ”belongs to my mate…”

Jiang Cheng’s brows furrowed. “Mate?”

“The one I told you that we have been searching for a while now, It was Wangji’s mate.” Lan Xichen explained, still astonished.

“Wait. Are you telling me that whoever owns this…was…your brother’s mate? Oh Moon Goddess…” Jiang Cheng trailed, putting two and two, well basically all the counting numbers, together.

“Yes-and the one that owns this jacket was -” Lan Xichen’s eyes widened upon realization. His eyes darted to the red fabric his brother held impossibly close to him as if someone was going to steal it from him. He took a small whiff of the air and his suspicions were proven almost immediately. That familiar jasmine scent he smelled wasn’t actually from the flowers. It was from the scent of his brother’s mate that clung into the jacket.

“…my brother who is missing up until now…” Jiang Cheng continued, looking at the younger Lan in wonder and amazement.

“Missing?” Lan Wangji stressed, his tone apprehensive.

“Yeah…I lost contact of him from a few days now. I’ve been asking around where he was last seen…but we can’t seem to find him anywhere…It was as if…he disappeared.”

Lan Wangji felt an undesirable chill crawling up his spine and spreading an unfamiliar feeling of fear. His eyes glazed as his vision spun from the overwhelming feeling of once again, having found his mate-and losing him on the very same day. Black dots scattered on his line of sight as he felt his inner alpha grew restless, pressuring the vulnerable human side to do something. His human side, having been just informed that their mate is missing, became even more overwhelmed.

It didn’t took him another second, before he was robbed off of his consciousness.

“Wait. Wait. So let me get the story straight.” Shen Qingqui repeated, fixing the anti-radiation glasses on the crook of his nose. “Jiang Cheng here, is mated to Lan Xichen-ge?” the couple nodded as they sat side by side on one of the love seats. “Congratulations by the way,” he quickly added upon receiving their confirmation.

“And now…you’re telling me that his brother-was C.E.O Wangji’s fated? The one that we have been searching intensively for days now?” He asked, the pure shock and disbelief evident from his expression across the screen.

It was half past one and yet they all decided to make a conference call online. Their friends are very much willing to help almost immediately and agreed to call now despite the graveyard hours. Lan Xichen and the others were on the Living room, fitting themselves on Lan Wangji’s laptop while their call connected to Shizun and Luo Binghe that were in the bedroom, and Xie Lian And Hua Cheng that were in the living room in their pajamas.

“Yes.” Lan Xichen confirms.

“The same person whom you’re telling us now…that is missing?” Shizun continues.

“Unfortunately…yes.” Jiang Cheng answers.

Shizun slumps deeper in the sheets, obscuring the video lightly as he sighs and leans into his alpha. “Oh Moon Goddess…How is the C.E.O doing now?”

Lan Xichen shook his head and nursed an almost empty cup of tea. “He’s currently…resting. He suddenly lost consciousness. I already called a physician on him, and they said it was just due to exhaustion.”

“Figures. We have been up late for quite a while already, especially the C.E.O, since it was his mate were talking about here…” Xie Lian commented ass he sipped his milk.

Lan Xichen nodded in agreement. It was something that was bound to happen since more than anyone else here, it was Wangji that was mostly affected here. Maybe the stress of  being separated for a while and the worry over the possibilities of him being in danger finally took toll on him. Besides, he still went to work and arranged deals while worrying over his mate. It made the older Lan quite guilty since it feels like he hasn’t been doing enough to help his brother.

“Then how in Moon Goddess are we going to search for him now? You mentioned you were looking for him for a while now…did you find any leads?” Shizun inquired.

“Well I haven’t confirmed it quite yet but…a former crew member saw him a few days ago at the downtown…surrounded by some men in black. With the kind of track record of that idiot has, I’m afraid that idiot got into something dangerous. He had always been an impulsive little shit.” As a childhood friend and closest thing as a brother, he’d witnessed all the deep shts Wei Wuxian have placed himself into. He even got involved into some of them even if he didn’t have anything to do with it.

“Men in black? That could be anything…”Binghe trailed. ”Did he have any monetary debts? Loansharks he’s running away from?”

Jiang Cheng shook his head. “None that I know of. Because if that was the case, his trust fund given to him by his parents would be the first thing to go…but he finished the college without touching the money that much. His parents…were quite famous musicians. If not for their early passing, Wei Wuxian wouldn’t be…” he trailed not continuing his words no more.

“Is there any way to get access on his bank records?”

“I could work on that.” A-ling piped in making Jiang Cheng stare hard at him. The young omega had a toast sticking at his mouth as he typed through his laptop.

“And how are you going to do that young man?” Jiang Cheng asked, quirking a delicate brow up the young omega that he had since took under his wing. It wasn’t only a few days ago that they were introduced to each other. He was a 17 years old teen that was listed under Lan Xichen’s family register after rescuing him from the streets. They didn’t get along well, but in a way that if someone outside from their circle would see them, it would seem as if they were actually related by blood and not through a bond.

“I-uhm…through….under the table means…?” The omega answered reluctantly. “It’s uhm…just a hobby.”

“That’s an interesting hobby you have there.” Wen Ning commented laughing lightly.

“Yeah, he’s gonna hear from me when I visit his dorm first thing in the morning.” Jiang Cheng agreed clicking his tongue dismissively.

“It’s I-uhm…morning already mom.”

“Oh is it?” Jiang Cheng asked, daring the young teen.

“I-uhm-I mean. Uncles bank records came up.” The teen replied almost immediately, hoping to avoid increasing the forth coming wrath of his other parent. It was kinda hard dealing with him nowadays, it was as if he was a time bomb that is always on the verge of exploding into a myriad of emotions. Sometimes it makes him question his father if his dad had always been this moody.

“What does it indicate.” His alpha father asked.

The young teen scrolled into his uncle’s recent transactions, is eyes narrowing. “He recently made a cash out a few…days ago. At an ATM near the downtown…the uhm…weird side of the downtown.”

“What do you mean weird?” Wen Ning asked, his worry growing even more as the teen delays his words.

“He meant the deeper, shady side of the downtown…the one where drug deals, prostitution and gang conflicts occur. We frequently have cases of murder around  that area.” Wen Ning’s alpha supplied, rubbing his omega’s shoulder comfortingly.

“W-what is he doing there?”

“That’s what we’d like to know too.” Jiang Cheng answered grimly. “Largest amount he cashed out?”

“He made such transaction last…week. Oh Moon Goddess, it is big.”

“What are the figures?” Lan Wangji asked seriously.

“Like, drained out big…he withdrew everything.” A-Ling commented in almost a whisper. “Then he applied for a loan. This is getting weirder and weirder…”

“What do you mean?” Jiang Cheng asked.

“He applied for a six-figure loan…and paid for it on the next day.”

“What? That’s absurd.” Shizun commented. As a person who had been through tough times, it was normal for you to apply for a loan…but paying for it the next day, when it was six-figure big. Now that’s something that would raise quite a few red flags. There’s definitely something wrong, at least something tied financially.

“Cashing out all of his money, Applying for loan…why would he do that when he had a high-paying job?” Jiang Cheng trailed, mauling over the fact that Wei Wuxian just basically reshuffled his money around for a reason they didn’t know yet.

“A job?” Hua Cheng asked, his brows furrowing.

“Yes. Something that has a really good pay and has a private lodging. We were really skeptical about it, but his employer seemed fine since they allowed him to have an advance.”

“Large money figures and a weird transactions on the shady side of the city…going MIA…a high paying job with an unusual leeway of an advance pay…that doesn’t add up really…” Xie Lian trailed, giving his alpha a look.

Hua Cheng cleared his throat, before continuing. “As an omega, I’m assuming you’ve been going to the hospital to update your medical records,  yes?” Jiang Cheng nodded, urging Hua Cheng to continue. “Then I assume you’ve been sending scent patches samples also?”

Jiang Cheng nodded again, “Yes. As much as we hated it since there’s fifty-one percent chance that they’re selling it like merchandise products to sick alphas, we didn’t have that much choice since we won’t be able to get the benefits if we didn’t. We just did one check-up after that incident when they met apparently.” He stated pertaining to when his brother and his mate’s younger brother met.

Lan Xichen wasn’t sure about the fifty one percent his mate was talking about…but as far as he knows, the hospital uses it to create suitable scent blockers for the omegas to use when their heat becomes uncontrollable. But the thing is, "How come Wangji didn't found his...? Is he mated?" Lan Xichen asked apprehensively making everyone deathly quiet before Jiang Cheng suddenly exclaimed.

"What!?” The omega rolled his eyes, completely the treating the statement as something next to impossible. “Of course not. That idiot is  too into with...your brother...been his fan for a long time now. Something about his music that’s making him moon over him for days. He'd be too busy fighting over for merch and would have 0 time for dating anyone."

"This is insane...I'm happy for A-xian...it’s just sad he isn’t here...he could’ve been really elated to know...." Wen Ning trailed sadly.

Lan Xichen felt happy for his brother. They have a common ground that they would definitely be happy delving into…that is if they meet soon enough. "Then how come he isn't...what's your hospital called? the one in charge of your data?" he asked his mate.

"Dafan Omegan hospital."

"What? We tried that already." Shizun exclaimed.

Jiang Cheng’s brows furrowed in confusion, "That's impossible. that's our hospital since we were kids."

"A-Ling can you look up on his records?” Lan Xichen asked almost immediately.

"On it." The omega affirmed. "Wait...are you sure this is his hospital?" A-Ling asked after a few minutes,

"Yes, I’m really sure. Why?" Jiang Cheng supplied,

"Because he had no records no. Zero zilch...not even on the day he supposedly went to the hospital."

"T-that's impossible..." Jiang Cheng trailed, shocked. “He was with me when we got tested…This is weird. First it was him disappearing…now his hospital records? Is this some kind of a glitch?”

"I’ve encountered something like this before, one of my clients…their omega son also disappeared, along with his hospital records. Your brother’s case, and that previous case were isolated incidents, but I can’t help but see something in common. Like a déjà vu.“ Yaozong trailed, remembering the sobs of the omega and alpha parent as they practically begged him to help them do something.

“W-what happened to that kid…did you find them?” Wen Ning asked. His alpha’s arms around him tightened.

“They-We…found him on a brothel.”

“W-what?” Jiang Cheng stuttered out, as everyone erupted into panic.

“T-That’s illegal…right? Omega prostitution has been banned for a long time now.” Shizun stated confused. “It was proven unsafe not only for the physical constitution of the omega, but their emotional health too. Why would something like that operate freely?”

“Theft and Murder is also illegal…and yet people get away with it. Mostly because they either have a leverage on the police…and because they have enough money to make people turn a blind eye. They are sites online where they offer omega’s like livestock,"

"That’s horrendous…" Wen Ning commented, as he gripped his alpha’s arm.

"No...not for the ones who are not bothered getting their hands dirty. I'll look into matter on what lawsuits we can have against the hospital for Wei Wuxian's records." Yaozong commented. "Maybe we can make the snitch that erased his records to talk."

"I'll check my…associates regarding the websites you mentioned. You should all get some rest. This is a lot to take in. I’ll fill Wangji in…after he wakes up."

Shizun nodded before finally cutting the line along with Hua Cheng and Xie Lian. Wen Ning and his alpha decided to use the room upstairs, leaving Lan Xichen and his omega who is still shaken up about the things they found out.

They sat in silence, wishing for everything to just be a dream, but still they can’t deny the facts that were laid out before them. Wei Wuxian was one gullible impulsive little shit. If he really had debts to pay, why didn’t he called him? He felt betrayed under such thing. He would give him a good scolding, but he would definitely help him. Why in Moon Goddess name did they equated into him ending up on a brothel?

“Honey…” Lan Xichen called out softly, worried for his mate who was deathly silent. He gently wrapped his arms around him and kissed his temples softly. “Don’t worry…we’ll find him soon.”

Jiang Cheng’s lower lip quivered lightly, before the waterworks started trailing down his cheeks. “Sht. That idiot. He’s missing and yet he’s draining a hundred years-worth of my lifespan. I’m gonna punch his face when I see him again.”

Lan Xichen smiled and kissed his temples again. “Yes, when we see him again.”

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“LAN ZHAN~! LAN ZHAN~!” the golden eyed alpha, who was buried on some papers he needs to review, sign and approve, suddenly perk up in attention. Was it the one-week of sleep finally catching up on him or the continuous bickering of his brother and his mate that would always, always end up with them making up?

“LAN ZHAN~! LAN ZHAN~!”

That was no imagination. In a flash. The Alpha swung himself over the table, scattering all the papers into the floor and knocking his pencil holder over. In a blink of an eye, the office that became his fort for the past few days became empty, the door wide open with no golden-eyed alpha to be seen.

The sound of his feet thudded into the wooden planks of their residence as he dashed into where his omega is. But compared to his pounding heart, his steps were merely soft taps. Lot’s of negative thoughts filled the alpha’s head as every second passed that he didn’t met his omega’s pale purple orbs.

Did he hurt himself? Stub his toe? Or did he fell of the bed?

The alpha’s breath hitched when his mate’s voice became closer, his peach scent getting stronger. His hands wrapped around the brass door and swung the door open so hard that it visibly derailed from its hinges.

“Wei Ying!” he exclaimed as soon as he entered the room.

“L-Lan Zhan?” the omega asked, shocked. His mouth hung open and his index finger hovering onto his tablet. This doesn’t look like his alpha at all. The alpha’s usually refined appearance is now disheveled. His silky long hair that he ties with a white hair tie Wei Ying made for him, were all over the place. His long sleeves that Wei Ying irons so early in the morning while yawning were crumpled and was that sweat? His alpha never seats. Well he does but it usually had no evidence.

He quickly placed his tablet down and rushed, well more like wobbled towards his alpha. “[1] Lăogōng? What’s wrong?” 

His alpha who looked like he just snapped into reality gave his omega a quick look from head to toe. He started patting the omegas hands, legs and side carefully. Wei Ying, who was ticklish ever since he was born, giggled.

“Lăogōng, what are you doing?” Wei Ying asked in between his laughs.

His husbands vibrant Lycan eyes looked up to him. “Weren’t you hurt?”

“Hurt?”

“You were…calling me.”

The omega’s eyes widened. “What? No! I just want to tell you-” the alphas arms were around him before he can even complete his statement.

“Mn…I’m glad Wei Ying…I thought you were hurt. You sound…alarmed.”

Wei Ying laughed breathlessly. “What’s with that? Are you hallucinating Lan Zhan?”

“Mn.” His husband hummed in nothing particular.

Wei Ying hugged his alpha as much as his can, the tips of his fingers barely touching. “Lăogōng …did we scare you?”

“Mn.” His alpha answered, his hug tightening gently.

“Nothing to worry about Lan Zhan. Me and your  juniors are okay. I just got too excited, you can finish your work then I’ll have you for myself.”

His alpha released himself from his hug and cupped his omega’s cheeks. “You always come first Wei Ying…all four of you.”

The omega’s cheeks visibly reddened at his husbands remark. “Lan Zhan…no more…or else I’ll get greedy.”

“Mn.” Lan Zhan replied, a sly smile playing on his lips. His arms cascaded down gently to the omega’s hips, his eyes staring fondly at the bump on his omega’s belly that is steadily swelling as his pups grow inside…down to his-

“Hey~!” Wei Ying hissed swatting the alpha’s chest softly, “My eyes are up here alpha.”

“Mn.” The alpha replied monosyllabically, his eyes still trained on-

“Lan Zhan~! You know how the hormones of a pregnant omega works right?” Wei Ying hissed.

“Mn.” The alpha replied, his palms snaking inside the omegas oversized sweater. He started making lazy circles on the omega’s sides that made chills rise from the omega’s spine. He barely held back a moan when the alpha started pressing on his 24/7 sore spine.

He remembered fussing about it for weeks before his husband really, really had to do some paper works and the massage sessions stopped. Well more like he asked his husband to stop. He knew that Lan Zhan’s real executive secretary had been complaining to him for weeks on papers he must finish. He was so focused on the thought of despising the thought of being a distraction that he forgot that he really need this.

“Lan Zhan…stop…you need to finish…ahnnn~!” Wei Ying wasn’t able to hold his moan anymore when his alpha pressed a particular pressure point on his shoulder. Wasn’t that just pleasurable? Moon Goddess, aside from this handsome face, he even blessed his alpha with magical hands. He’s so lucky.

“No. You we’re going to tell me something right?”

“Hnn-ah?”

“You called me. Is there anything you want?”

“Hnn-ah…We…We finally reached a thousand kudos Lan Zhan~! Nyaah~!” Wei Ying mewled again, his body slumping into his alpha’s chest. A small smile played on the alpha’s lips as he held his omega close and guided him towards the sofa. The omega practically plastered himself sideways to the alpha while he continued his pleasurable massage to the omega’s back.

“One thousand kudos?”

“Hnn…yes…I just want to…tell you-nyah~! Lan Zhan stop-nyah please~!” His omega complained.

“Then what should we do, hmm?”

“There was a dare…that…you must-nyah~!”

“A dare? Speak clearer Wei Ying…” the alpha whispered into his ears.

“Someone dared you to do 1000 push-ups or else I have to kiss Someo-there more Lan Zhan-wait? Why did you stop?” Wei ying asked dismayed. Just when he felt like he was about to cu-

“What?” Lan Zhan asked, his tone grim.

Wei Ying blinked owlishly up to him. “There was a dare to-”

“Was it only a thousand?”

“Uh-Yes but-”

“Do they need a proof?”

“Yes a video but you-”

The alpha was off of him and was already fishing his smartphone out of his pocket. He pressed his thumb over the fingerprint scanner and opened the camera app. He set it to video and gave it to his husband. “Tell me when to start.”

“Uhm…O-okay…1-2-3-Go~?”

The alpha started pushing himself off of the floor while his dumbfounded omega videoed his progress.

“Have you seen the latest blog the Cloud Ent/ posted on youtube?”

“Ah yes! The 1øøø day challenge?”

“What? What’s that?” the first  two girls gasped in horror. “You haven’t watched that?”

The 3^rd girl shake his head. “No, the internet in my place sucks and I haven’t-”

“OMG sister we have to go to Lexarke Café, like right now. They have a fast free wifi for the customers.”

“Oh yes…yes…I kind of want of watch that again for the nth time”

“What? What was in the video?”

“Just watch and learn sister.”

“A-ying, have you watched the #01 trending on the city today?” the omega slumped further into his chair. “yes, but I really don’t appreciate it.”

“What? It had a billion views on just 3 days A-ying, 3-days. I have the Guinness on the phone a few minutes ago. They're looking forward on meeting the two of you.”

The omega harrumphed and looked away, making Jiang Cheng laugh. “What are you so mad about? I knew that you’re the one who told him about the stupid lousy dare.”

“But I didn’t expect him to actually do it! I was just kidding and the consequence was just a kiss, a flying kiss in a vlog A-Cheng, and he went and did the-”

“The stripping himself thingy? That earned a lot of hearts Wei Ying.”

“But he was mine! I didn’t want him to get exposed to everyone! Who knows, lots of omega may already be jacking off on the video of my own husband doing 1000 push-ups!”

Jiang Cheng shake his head, laughing. These pair thinks so alike. Didn’t Wei Ying realized that maybe his husband did that to ward off all the Alpha’s that would try to jack off on his flying kiss vlog? And regarding the stripping thing, that was a very bold move but it would definitely ward off any alpha within a hundred mile radius.

As if someone would go against the omega of a genetically ripped Lan, doing 1000 push ups in just a few hours.

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“Would you like to try this one?” Chua Hua asked, placing a black and red slightly, slightly, see through hanfu over my chest. It was a two piece clothing, the top having a loose sleeves with  a dark sheary material and red cuffs and collar. The skirt was short and would probably curve over the omega’s bottom, leaving nothing to less than a few inches of space to hide his inner thighs.

He gave the older omega a wary look. “DO I really have to, like hands down the deities are begging, wear that?” He doesn’t have any issue on dressing up, this nice. But the idea of wearing it, to be an eye candy for someone else, is kinda unsettling. He knew having such mindset was bad under such circumstances, but he can’t help but shiver at the thought of being an object of someone else’s fantasy.

“This, or you’ll have to wear that.” The older omega sighed, pointing at the even more, shamelessly revealing set. As a person who would sometimes dress up that nicely…especially in the private confines of his room, seeing such explicit clothes still made him blush.

“I’d go for that one, that’s more…humane.” He decided, snatching the set from the older omega’s hand.

Chu Hua sighed as he skimmed through the almost never-ending hanger of the closet. It amazed him on the amount of outfit Chu Hua had on his closet. Here he thought that the omega only had strict schedule for purchasing clothes. He got to join him on his last trip but they we’re heavily guarded by albeit more than a handful of guards.

“You do know that you have to get used to this sooner or later…right?” He trailed as he casually weaved through the hangers, but wasn’t obviously paying attention.

“I know…I just…” Wei Wuxian trailed, conflicted.

“Your Blooming Day was only a few tip toes away A-Xian…you have to come into terms with these soon.” Chua Hua added.

The days he’d spent preparing went up in flames as the day that he’d been told that he was gonna get sold drew near. He must admit, he was kinda in denial. The idea of him as a prostitute was clear to him…but meeting such, warm person’s such as Lan Hua…and maybe Chu Hua, makes him forget that he’s in a such depressing place.

“It’s just…I feel unsettled…I dunno…Conflicted…? Like I don’t want to be here…but I have to be here.” He whispered, hugging the clothes, closer to him. It gave him the littlest of comfort. Almost.

“I was just like you when I first came to follow him…here.” Chu Hua trailed, as if he was pulled into a memory lane. He stayed silent, eager to listen for the older omega’s story. They’ve been together for a while now, but he still didn’t get to know the reason why he decided to be here. “I was young, and broke back then. Just got out from a bad relationship that had left me debts that weren’t my own.” He said giving Wei Wuxian a small smile, to which the other returned a small smile of his own. They were on the same boat afterall. “Moving on, after being on a run, always watching my back if that bastards debt collectors had finally caught up on me…I met him.”

“Him?”

“Yeah. Him. The two-faced asshole, who recruited me here. I was so naïve back then. I was an omega who had always been searching for love…for someone to make me feel like I’m beautiful...and important. I really thought that I…”

“…found that in him.” Wei Wuxian continued, placing his hand over his shoulder to give it a squeeze. Chua Hua smiled at him sadly before continuing. “I did…for a while. I was once his muse. I was his darling that he always put in display when VVIP clients visit the place. I would play songs, and dance for them. I was too intoxicated on the idea of pleasing him, that I didn’t realize that instead of finding love, I found myself confined in a place where there’s no going back. If I can go back in time, I’d absolutely punch myself. I was such an Idiot.”

“make that two, since were both here.” Wei Wuxian joked, hoping to lighten up the atmosphere.

Chu Hua glared at him playfully, “I literally spilled my guts here…so what brings a virgin like you here?”

Wei Wuxian rolled his eyes at the older omega’s remark. After blushingly confessing if he hasn’t popped the cherry on a  truth or dare back at their house, Chu Hua practically lived every day to inform him about it, “I, well, like your highness here, very excruciatingly detailed gruesome threats from loansharks I didn’t know existed, and a stream of sorry you’re not cut out for this job since I didn’t have an alpha, I ended up here.”

“Don’t you have anyone to ask for help?”

Wei Wuxian sighed, walking to sit down on one of the perched chairs reserved to try-on shoes. “I have. I knew they’d help me in a heartbeat…especially Big Sis, but I didn’t have the heart to ask them for much…They already took care of them when my parents cannot…after unfortunate circumstances…I just can’t ask them for more…you know? Besides, this is something my parents weren’t able to pay off, so I have to take responsibility of it.”

Chua Hua smiled sadly at him before sitting beside him and hugging him close. “We sure met under the worst circumstances…”

“Yeah…But under a different setting, I’m sure would still be best friends. I mean, if you would just town down your sassiness,”

“My Sassiness is 99% of my being, disregarding it would mean that you don’t categorize me as a human being.”

“Oh Moon Goddess, you were a human?” Wei Wuxian replied feigning a gasp and a surprised face, He gave the older omega’s form a quick run-down and gasped again, “I thought you were some kind of a wild animal,”

He gave him a tight smile before hitting him with his fan that once again, appeared out of nowhere, “I Am, a wild animal. Keep those pouty lips shut before I bite those off.”

Wei Wuxian rubbed the sore spot on his head and pouted, “Yes ma’am.”

“Good, now choose which perfume are you going to wear.” He asked, offering a flask on the shape of a geometric heart. The scented liquid inside was shimmering as the light from the ceiling ccaught it, creating an Tiffany-ish vibes that had Wei Wuxian wincing lightly. He took a tentative sniff before he winced and shook his head. “Sorry, My nose is still messed-up. I can’t still smell anything. You know…suppressant side-effects.”

Chu Hua sighed defeated before nodding. “I guess I’ll just have to choose something that would go with your natural omegan Jasmine scent, ”

“You’re the perfume connoisseur here, I’ll abide by your decisions.” Chu Hua rolled his eyes at him and fumbled over the bottles.

“Well would you look at that, you ugly ducklings always flock on the corners huh.” An annoyingly, unfortunately familiar voice quacked near them, “I asked the third ugly duckling and he pointed me here.” She added as she made her way to stand in front of the two omegas, her long Hanfu trailing behind her. Wei Wuxian kept his face straight as he resisted the urge to step on it as Chua Hua took the liberty of addressing her presence.

“And you seem to search for us everywhere Meigui Hua. Continue doing that and I’ll think you either have the hots for me, or Hei Hua here.” He replied, smirking lightly.

The female omega gasped, as if someone heavily offended her, She closed and opened her red lips before settling on biting them to reign in her temper. She took a zen-like deep breath before flashing the a thermoplastic smile once again, “Master was the one who asked me to find the two of you, he wanted me to tell you the good news.”

Wei Wuxian’s brows furrowed. After spending quit a number of days here, he’s certain to prepare himself that whatever it is that will come out from her annoying mouth, it would be anything but good news. “What is  it?” he asked, making the female smile like someone just told her that she’s on Santa’s List.

“Master told me that you’d join the other flowers on entertaining the associates of Z Company later this evening. He said it would be a good…advertisement for you on your upcoming first night debut.”

Wei Wuxian’s lips thinned as he debated to ask if she was serious. If their so-called master had the unfortunate change of heart and therefore decided to send him off to be fed to the hungry lions tonight, this woman definitely had something to do about it. What an annoying little…ugh.

Still, despite the brewing anger deep in him, he plastered a wide smile and nodded. “Why, yes of course. I’d be more than happy to demonstrate the things I’ve learned from the most amazing flower in the entire brothel,” he trailed giving Chu Hua a side glance.

Meigui Hua looked like she wanted to say something, but didn’t otherwise. She clamped her lips shut before smiling fakely at us again. “He was. Sadly, he won’t be joining you tonight. Master assigned him to clean off the other dressing rooms. That wouldn’t be a problem, would it?” She stated In a sickeningly sweet voice.

Wei Wuxian held back a shocked gasp and smiled again, “Sure thing. I can handle myself very well.”

“Well then, I’ll see you on the opening later this evening. Don’t be late.”

With that, she gave them another smile and left. At least not after tripping on her feet since Wei Wuxian casually stepped on her Hanfu whilst pretending to scan the shoes on the shelf. He stuck his tongue at her direction before turning his attention back to the shoes. “That annoying little flower, thinks as if I’m gonna get swayed by her empty threats.”

“Wei Wuxian…” Chua Hua whispered worriedly as he grasped his arm.

“Sheesh, It’s not like I’m going to die. I just have to serve drinks and entertain them right? Besides I’m not kidding when I told her that my Mentor is the best flower in this brothel…I’ll be okay.”

Chu Hua, having been on his presence for a while know, knew otherwise, but kept silent. It was a Friday night after all. Stressed out Elites would come pouring in and vent it out to the omegas. He just wished he would really be okay.

He might’ve been going back on his word, Wei Wuxian must admit. A few hours in being the much deserved company for the very much hardworking directors of Z Company, Wei Wuxian felt like he’s about to puke. It didn’t even take a few minute for the place to smell like smoke, booze and the underlying scent of the alpha’s and betas alike that piled into the room.

They were only a handful number of eight but Wei Wuxian felt like he was suffocating. He came in the room together with 7 other flowers, some he knew and some others that he recognized through their appearances. The lights were dim as an omega sang while sitting on one of the laps of the salarymen. The other’s were joining in as they poured drinks for the other men.

He on the other hand, was sitting on the corner, with what seemed liked the boss of the company. He hadn’t spoken to him much, aside from asking him to pour him a glass, but Wei Wuxian swore that his measly looks on his semi-clothed body was enough to flip his stomach off. His cheeks were already hurting from smiling so much as he poured him some drinks.

“Hei Hua…right?” the Z Company CEO, a man around his late fifties asked as he swirl his whiskey over his glass, a thick tobacco sticking from his darkened lips.

“Ah yes, that’s what mastered named me.” He replied politely as much as he can. If it as indeed Meigui Hua’s tattle tailing that caused him to be here, maybe he could get back to their master’s graces if he did good. Maybe then he’d steer clear from Lan Hua…not at least it was the judgement day.

“Mhm, well then, can you give me the liberty of knowing your name?” The Z Company CEO asked, puffing a hoop of cigarette towards hi that almost made him cough if not for him looking away for a moment.

“I’m afraid I can’t disclose that…” he trailed, squirming uncomfortably under the old man’s gaze. He shook his head, eyes focused on the man’s feet to hopefully avoid his…unsettling stare.

The sound of the leather seat scrunching as the old man’s legs disappeared from his view, before a looming presence sat beside him made him tense up almost immediately. “I’m sure we can arrange that…I just want to be closer to you, you know?” Wei Wuxian can’t help but turn his ears away as the man’s hot breath emanated from his skin as he spoke closer to his ear.

“Well that’s bad…I hope you’ll have the chance to tell me when I finally list my name under your most prized talents…” the man murmured under his breath as he placed an arm over the omega’s exposed legs, tapping it lightly as he smiled to him. “I’m sure we’ll have a lots of fun.”

Wei Wuxian’s smile broke as he shook his head, his chants of wanting this night to end getting louder as the man’s presence became a poison that is slowly making his insides turn. He felt a tug on his stomach, before he lurched lightly. He placed a hand over his mouth, as his body was wracked with another lurch. The man’s arm made its way to his shoulders but he slapped it away as he stood up.

He shook his head and made a quick mumble of excuse before he slammed the doors open, dashing past the guards into the bathroom. Luckily, he was able to reach the sink on time as his dinner spewed out from his lips. The hairs on his elbows stood on its end as he braced himself over the sink.

He spent the next half an hour hurling over the sink, until what he was spewing became clear. He washed his mouth over the sink and gurgled some water before splashing some on his ashen face. A grimace crossed his lips as he assessed the paleness and the state his make-up had become.

His lower lip trembled as he felt his inner omega wrap it’s tail around itself, hoping to disappear deep  into his consciousness, and moon Goddess couldn’t he agree more. The man’s touch felt like there was something crawling up to his legs, it was almost scalding like an intensely ice cold was doused over him. Somehow, it made him and his omega chilled to their bones. It was the kind of touch he wouldn’t want to experience again.

Thundering knocks from the other side of the door startled him, the low voice of the guard asking for his name. Wei Wuxian snapped his eyes shut as tears streamed down his pale cheeks.

There’s nothing in this world he wouldn’t want to do so he can just disappear right now.

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Lan Wangji felt as if the world had crashed over him, and as blasphemous as it sounds, he felt as if the Moon Goddess had forsaken him. He stared at his older brother for the longest while, his face remaining stoic, betraying anyone with all the emotions that have been going through him.

Anger, Fear, Sadness, Despair, Regrets

He doesn’t know anymore.

He can’t help but get angry at himself, he should’ve done something. He can’t help but feel fear for his mate that is currently surrounded by people he didn’t know. People he couldn’t trust to keep him safe. He can’t help but feel despair over the fact that something must’ve happened to him and he wasn’t there to protect him. And regret over the fact that, if only he chased after him. If only he was faster…Then his mate wouldn’t have been-

“Wangji…don’t blame yourself.” His brother spoke lowly.

He shook his head in reply. He can’t help but argue over the fact that there would be nothing that could make him stop thinking that it was his fault. He was the alpha. He was supposed to protect him. But due to his own shortcomings, the very person he was supposed to protect was not in his arms.

He clenched his fist under the table, his sharp nails digging deep into his skin. He welcomed the pain. Pain he deserved for putting his omega under such unimaginable circumstances. The skin broke under the pressure of his hold, permeating the air with an unmistakable scent of blood.

Lan Xichen’s eyes widened as he unfurled his brother’s hands, the sight of bleeding crescent marks making him frown in horror. “W-Wangji! What are you doing to yourself!?” He quickly  pulled the first aid kit under the table and fished the Alcohol and other sanitizing equipment. His movements were quick and precise as he cleansed the small yet deep wounds before dressing it with a fresh clean bandage.

“This is nothing.” He whispered in trance as his brother worked on his wounds.

“but do you think he’d like it if he knew you’re hurting yourself over something you really didn’t have a control over?”

Lan Wangji shook his head in defeat. “I should have. I am the alpha.”

“Being an alpha doesn’t mean that you always need to have control over everything that is happening to your omega. This is just a product of an unfortunate event, not because you’re less of an alpha that you think you are. On moments like this, you should be strong for yourself, and for him. It is alright to express anger and sadness, but mulling over the things that have happened that would result on you getting trapped in the past, that is where you’re wrong. We will get through this together. Soon enough, we’ll be having double dates, yes?”

A small rare smile made it way to the younger Lan’s lips as the points his  brother was explaining finally sunk into him. He nod his head lightly, “Mn.”

“Good. Now, let’s have a breakfast, we won’t be able to think clearly on an empty stomach. Yaozong-g and A-Ning cooked us breakfast before they left for important matters.”

The younger Lan followed his brother like a lost child and sat at the dinner table silently. His brother beamed at him as he held the steaming pan with a pair of red mitts. Somehow, it made his heartache. What would it feel if it was his omega that was doing this kind of thing.

They ate their breakfast in silence, with only the soft clicks of their chopsticks and the soft sounds echoing in the estate, that is until the doorbell rang. Lan Xichen was quick on his feet, his head perking up like a dog whose master just came home. He dashed into the main door before Lan Wangji could even offer to open the door.

He leaned over to look at his brother’s direction, only to see the Older Lan hog over his mate. He was currently engulfing a seemingly annoyed omega into a bear hug, as he struggled and push his face away. Nevertheless, his brother looked nothing but pleased to see him.

“Oh Moon Goddess, seeing you first thing in the morning is a blessing from the deities abo-”

Jiang Cheng blushed profusely, feeling slightly, just slightly the same, but there’s no way he’s going to say that. He came here personally for an important matter afterall. “Can you like move your face for a minute? I came here with important papers from Yaozong-ge and A-Ning. Give me a breathing space will you?” Lan Xichen pouted but obeyed and gave him an inch to spare, his hands loosely wrapped around his mate. “Okay.”

The omega sighed in relief and raked a hand over hi slightly messed hair. “Now can I please come in so we can talk over these matters seriously?”

“Oh yes, yes of course. Come join us in the dining area. Wangji and I were just eating.” Lan Xichen replied as he ushered his omega towards the dining area where the younger Lan was patiently waiting. Jiang Cheng shook his head in greeting before sitting himself beside his alpha. “Sorry to bother you so early in the morning, but I figured you wanted to have an update since…you know…you’re mated with A-Xian.” He explained, smiling warmly at the younger Lan.

Lan Wangji nodded at him in gratitude. “I, appreciate it.”

“So, uhm, Yaozong-ge sent me this through fax. He had worked on filing a lawsuit over the DOH (Dafan Omegan Hospital) with my statement and the receipts I had of Wei Wuxian’s hospital check-ups, thank the moon Goddess I kept them, as the evidences. The hospital had sent a follow up and told us that they are already investigating over the lost records.” He stated before placing a pile of papers over the table. “It was surprising because quite a handful of people are complaining about lost records too, and guess where those people wo have lost records are?”

“Missing…” Lan Xichen supplied.

Jiang Cheng nodded his head, a grim expression on his face. “Hao Lian, Zhang Wei, Hui Yin…and the list goes on.”

Lan Xichen’s knuckles curled as he glared at nothing in particular. “This had been going on for years and they haven’t made a move on resolving the issue?”

“It isn’t my place to say it but…having a chauvinistic alpha as a director of an Omegan Hospital, I don’t think they would do something even if there would be hundreds of thousands of complaints. Afterall, all they care about would be our money if we came to that place for treatment.” Jiang Cheng whispered with a slight edge on his voice. Lan Xichen sighed and wrapped his hand around his omega, offering a little comfort

“Brother,”

“Yes?”

“Contact my Financial Advisor.” Lan Xichen raised his brow at him as he stuffed another chopstick-full of rice into his face before offering some stir-fried veggies to his mate who opened his mouth dejectedly.

The younger Lan looked straight into his eyes before making the veggies fall from his brother’s chopstick and his jaw slacking open. “I’m going to purchase an asset.”

= = = = =

After an impromptu meeting over his financial advisor on a video call, while his brother and his brother-in-law both watched the exchange with slacked jaws and surprised expressions on their faces. He talked about the pros and cons of entering in an irrevocable contract with the hospitals current owner. They settled on creating a contract that was signed by the now-former director faster than the lightning. It made h=the younger Lan churn over the thought that the Alpha only saw the numbers and not the issues that will be soon passed under his jurisdiction since he will now be owning the hospital.

He didn’t have any experience over running a Hospital, a hospital designated for Omega-care even, but there’s nothing in this world h wouldn’t do to stop the injustice on the care the omegas should’ve been receiving, the care his omega should’ve been receiving. He will definitely need the help of experts and perhaps his family members that were in the field of medicine to ask for some things he would be changing.

His brother and his omega’s faces were completely frozen in amazement as he proceeded on making calls for an Omegan Rights activist, asking for some improvements they’d want to enforce on the hospital he now owned. He’d heard a few misplaced anger complaints on him, to which the other apologized later on, but he was grateful for the ideas.

“W-Wangji, are you sure about this? I mean…y-you’re already managing an entertainment industry, and now a hospital?” Lan Xichen asked in disbelief.

Lan Wangji shook his head, “I wouldn’t want other alphas to feel the same as me. Hospitals should be a place where an omega should feel safe as they recuperate over the injuries they sustained, be it because of some unfortunate circumstances, or because of something wonderful such us bringing life into existence. I want it to be a place where you, my mate or the others can trust…just like the company.”

Jiang Cheng felt strangely choked up, the tears threatening to fall from his eyes a he smiled at the older Lan. “Wei Wuxian is such a lucky bastard to have you.”

= = = = = = =

“Ah-W-Wait what? C.E.O Lan bought the h-hospital?” Shizun asked, shoving his face closer into the screen. “the Dafan Omega Hospital!?”

Lan Xichen smiled wryly and gave his brother who was typing on his laptop silently beside him a side glance, “That he did…Fortunately, because of that…we we’re able to find out who was the person behind the disappearing records. We got him in custody and the police interrogated him thoroughly.”

“W-what? That was fast, Oh Mon Goddess. We only slept for a few hours and you got that many leads already?” the omega asked pulling his face back as his alpha motioned him to do so.

“The man ratted out when he was offered a deal of a lifetime in prison or a sentence that will be decided upon the thorough investigation of the police.” Lan Xichen stated as he recalled the events on asking the man himself. He didn’t risk the opportunity of going with his younger brother or else he was certain there would be…difficult complications.

“What did he say?” Luo Binghe inquired,

Lan Xichen shook his head in distaste. “He was one despicable man, he didn’t even have the slightest ounce of regret as he spoke to me…it took me everything to not punch his face at least once.” Jiang Cheng shuffled beside him and rubbed his arms comfortingly. He gave his mate a small smile before continuing again, “Anyway, we didn’t get to get something out of him that much since he said that money was just directly wired into him by an unknown man.”

“Bullsht.” Shizun called almost immediately. “Being on that kind of business for a long length of time, numerous count at that, there’s no way he wouldn’t know the man.”

Lan Xichen nodded in agreement and gave Hua Cheng a look of gratitude. “Hua Cheng-ge looked deeper into the man’s record and found out that he created a website for a…brothel a few years back. A-Ling is currently trying to break into their firewalls since apparently, you can’t get in without a unique password invite.”

“We’re now closer to our goal…I hope we can get him out of that place quickly…” Xie Lian commented, to which the older Lan smiled. “You and me A-Lian…”

“Oh sht, I got in!” the omega exclaimed startling his omega father and his alpha father. Jiang Cheng was the first one to recover as he glared at the teen. “Language.”

He smiled at him sheepily, “Sorry…but I-uhm…I managed to get in the site! I created an account so we can browse if we can uhm…see any familiar face.”

The two Lan’s sat closer to him with jiang Cheng peering over him. The site itself was as scandalizing as the line of business it was in, profiles of omega’s were displayed all over, more than most of them wearing clothes that covers little next to nothing. Jiang Cheng covered his eyes and pulled the teen off. You shouldn’t see this, go on the corner, play some games or whatever.”

“But I-” Jiang Cheng arched a brow at him, daring the teen to speak again. The young omega clamped his mouth shut before trudging to the corner and calling Jingyi to vent some of his anger and talk about their incoming science fair.

Lan Wangji then sat on the chair and rigidly scoured through the profiles. It was strange and really creepy how each omega were named after a flower, partner with some explicit info’s such as which sex position would work the best with them. He can’t help but dread over the fact that there’s a chance his mate was placed under such shameful circumstances.

They went over a few more files, his worry increasing as more and more explicit things get displayed over him, just as they were about to reach the last page; a strange notification popped over the site.

His shoulders went rigid as a pair of extremely familiar pair of grey-purple eyes was staring at him intently from the screen, his body bent over in a way that his ass was raised up in the air in a sexy way. His chest were on display but his nipples were strategically hidden by a thin black cloth. His ass was covered in a sheer thong with a black bunny tail. A pair of ears were also tucked on the omegas braided hair.

A strangled sob escaped Jiang Cheng’s lips as he tucked his head in the safety of his alpha’s chest. Lan Xichen could only stare for a few minutes before he hugged his omega tight and looked away. Lan Wangji’s jaws gritted in anger as his blackberry phone crumbled on his tight grip. His eyes burned to the lewd website that takes hold of his mate’s intimate picture.

Hei Hua

The fiery lotus of Hidden Sun that would gladly be at your service to pop his cherry for tomorrow’s night~!

Name: Hei Hua

Gender: Male

Secondary Gender: A yummy Omega~!

Age:21             Status: Cherry is waiting to be popped ; )

Ethnicity: Chinese

Eye Color: Grey-purple                           Hair Color: Dark Brown

Likes: Daddy’s Dick, BDSM Play

Dislikes: Ignoring him

Blossoming Night will be on Friday~! Price bidding starts at

1,000,000 Yuan

His heart sank at fact that his mate indeed got mixed up in the brothel. From what he had heard from A-Cheng’s story…as impulsive he was, he wouldn’t willingly do this. He loved the idea of freedom, something he would willingly give to his mate as long as he was his as much as he was towards the omega.

“Moon Goddess…did you find him?” Shizun asked in worry to which the older Lan nodded sadly.

“We did…and he’s scheduled for a bidding two days from now.“

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Wei Wuxian spent the next days hiding into the comfort of the covers of his bed. His mind were scrambled into a haywire of nervous mess that he would flinch every time Chu Hua would come close to check if his fever was gone. Perhaps due to shock, as how the stay-in physician phrased it, his body went into a shock that made him sick for the past few days.

Nothing sits well on his stomach that it would purge food out not long after. It was a miracle, as the physician have stated, that he can still move about. Wei Wuxian doesn’t know it himself but even going with little to no food each day, he still had the strength to sit up and try to get some nutrients to him even though his body was rejecting it. The doctor even suspected that he was mated already since such rare phenomena could only be observed between mates. It was some sort of unexplainable bond that not even science could explain wherein even though an omega was in a weak state, they would get energy to do things to make them feel better through a bond with their alpha. It was a some sort of energy transfer that could only be possible as long as the one on the other end, stayed healthy.

Which is some kind of a load of a bull for him. He wasn’t mated, and nowhere near on initiating a bond with someone. He begrudgingly trashed the doctor’s remark and gave the credit to his own will to survive. He wanted to survive. He wanted to reach the point when he can hopefully, hopefully get out of this place, not alone, but with Chu Hua and Lan Hua that he had held close to his heart already.

After a traumatic experience two days ago, he was coddled by the two person’s that he now treated as his family. They fussed over him so much that he already gathered up enough strength to stomach in some of the food, and be well enough to take short warm baths. Today, he was feeling better than ever that he started joining the two with their daily routine’s as part of their…training.

Their day was spent on having a peaceful tea time, until he received a summoning from the master himself, Chu Hua visibly tensed and looked at him worriedly. Afterall, Wei Wuxian just had an almost panic attack that had him high with fever a few days ago.

Still, Meigui Hua wasn’t having it. Her usual imposing stare that you were nothing but a dirt beneath her feet, drilling uncomfortable holes towards them. She practically crashed their afternoon meal, demanding Wei Wuxian to dress up immediately. “What do you mean he wanted to meet me?” Wei Wuxian asked weakly. He was too exhausted to dance into Meigui Hua’s game. Too tired to argue with her.

“DO I have to spell it out for you, you stupid fa-I mean Hei Hua? Master wants to see you. In His office. Right at this moment.” the bit-Meigui Hua fumed, practically stomping her heels like a kid.  “Have you forgotten what day it is today? If I were you, I’m already running the halls to meet the owner of this brothel that owns you.” Wei Wuxian’s body turned rigid as the room went quiet immediately, spare the small laugh that came from meigui Hua herself. “Oh Moon Goddess, don’t tell me you forgot? That’s bad Hei Hua…tonight’s you’re blossoming night after all…”

Wei Wuxian shook his head, clenching his fists so he can resist the urge to shake in fear. He bit the inside of his cheek, biting back a retort and stayed silent instead. As much as he hated it, Meigui was right. He did forget that he was about to get sold tonight, like some expendable merchandise. "I'm really sorry Meigui Hua." He replied in a strained voice.

"Good to  know you are. Now stop gawking at me and prepare, Master doesn’t like people who arrived late." Wei Wuxian replied with a silent nod and robotically stood up from the comfort of his covers and disappeared to dress up.

He stalled for a while. Dressed as slow as he can. Walked as low as he can, but deep inside, he’s just avoiding inevitable. He emerged from the dresser wearing a simple Hanfu, his hair tied up on a neat bun. Chu Hua smiled at him sadly, grasping his wrist for a second as he gave it a comforting squeeze.

“Chin Up, hands on your front like a lady, and maintain it even if you sit. If you sit down, you do it slowly. Not a single sound. And when the ser-”

“I’m not a dog.” He growled, cutting the female omega while she instruct her with proper manners. As if memorizing those bullshit made her into a well-mannered woman.

“Well, you look like one. Besides I’m doing this for your  own well-being. We can’t send a damaged goods to a generous client.” Wei Wuxian rolled his eye as he bore a glare at the strutting bitch in front of him. If only he wasn’t being dragged a few centimeters above the floor, he most definitely be attacking this bitch. Pull the sht out of her hair. Claw her eyes out...and maybe pop her fake boobs on the process.

A few more minutes and they reached the only room with a proper door, and when he said a proper, it meant that it wasn’t made of light papers and ancient planks. It was a genuine door with a brass doorknob.

“Were here. I can’t go in so remember what I told you.” Meigui Hua answered in a suddenly sophisticated tone.

“Not promising.” he argued sticking his tongue out towards her.

“Well maybe you should try harder or else you’ll face the consequences.” Wei Wuxian glared at her.

“What do you mean?” Meigui smiled mysteriously at her making him frown.

“Well there’s only two reasons when Master calls for you. One, when you did something good and he wants to reward you with something good too.” He tried to resist the urge to gag at the sultry look on Meigui Hua’s face. Eew. He'd rather cut his fingers off thatn do that.

“Then the second, that is if you know how to cou-”

"Of course, you said there were only two reasons so that's the se-"

“THE SECOND IS, quite obvious. What else would it be? The opposite of reward of course.”

“Opposite of what?”

“Quit chit chatting me. If your brain can’t comprehend it, then you might just be dumber than I have expected you to be.”

“He-” his words were cut off by a the knocks Meigui did on the door. It was rhythmic wind a some kind of tone. The light bulb of some sort beside the door lit up followed by a static voice.

“Come in.”

“You heard master, get in.”

“What if I did-” Meigui rolled her eyes before gesturing at the guards. The two of them nodded once before the man on the left turned the knob before the one on his right pushed him inside. He stumbled a few steps but was able to regain his balance before his face did a face plank on the floor.

Dim lights and a strong stench of cigarettes made the omega in him feel anxious almost immediately. The room was wider and larger than the quarters he, Chu Hua and a-yuan lived in. There was a giant chandelier on the ceiling but only the dim lights on the wall illuminated the large expanse of the room.

A sudden clearing of throat almost made him jump out of  his skin. His eyes snapped into the table at the center of the room. He can’t make out the details clearly but he was sure he can see someone occupying the seat behind the table.

“I see…You were prettier up close. Hei Hua was it?”

The tone of the man’s voice made chills run up his spine. His fingers twitched and fiddled in between his hanfu. Why does it feel so…weird being around this man?

He sat awkwardly on the chair adjacent to the table. It was like he was in High Scholl all over again, the dean calling him into his office for playing a prank on his teachers, again. But it was a different kind of nervousness than when he was in his teens. Because when he was in teens, the thought of actually dying never crossed his mind.

“What are you nervous for Hei Hua, hmm?” he purred out.

Okay. It definitely changed his view of this man. He wasn’t actually terrifying, No one can beat Jiang Cheng’s mom on that, but he was definitely disgusting. Especially when the aura of enigmatic-ness the dim lights brought disappeared. He was never a judge of a person’s personality with his appearance…but this…? This was simply pure torture.

Well, he did look like a decent Lycan, an alpha at that, but…but he really wanted to shake Chu Hua at this moment and cry ‘WHY’ to him. With two attractive omegas, well only one that he will agree at, fighting for the right to be called as the owner’s special flower, he expected…more?

The omega discretely moved his chair to the side a few inches. He gave the owner a smile, which he hoped to not come out as a grimace, before replying in a sickeningly sweet voice just like Meigui Hua. If Chu Hua’s crossing his fingers so that he won’t get punished becomes true, he’ll just try to waltz his way out of his hair as soon as he can. The man’s stare at his body, was really uncomfortable. “U-Uhm…May I ask why did you call me here?”

“Ah, that…”he chuckled as if he just remembered something hilarious. “Yes, yes, About that. I did send one of my flowers to get you.” he replied in his nauseatingly forced to be charming voice.

Wei Wuxian resisted ponder over the fact that the Meigui Hua who liked to brag that she is the most treasured flower in the brothel was just like any flower in the brothel, someone that the owner didn’t even bother memorizing his name.

“Did he treat you well?” he shook his head lightly. She didn’t even belong to the female category for him.

“Uhm-*cough* Y-yes. You did send her, I mean him.”

“Hmm…very well. I may have to reward her later. Moving on, I think you already have the gist to as why I asked you to be here, yes?”

He nodded stiffly. if Meigui Hua wasn’t lying, maybe he’s indeed here to receive some pointers of some sort for his Blooming day Tomorrow. Yay.

“Well, you obviously should know this by now…but you have to treat your client as you would your owner, isn’t that right, Hei Hua…?”

Wei Wuxian let out a small squeak when a cold hand touched his shoulders. He pinched the hem of his hanfu and looked up to the form that was already looming above him.

“Because your clients is something important, not as important as me of course,” he whispered in the omega’s ears making the other try to pull himself away just to be dragged back into the chair again. “Since you will always have to put me first. Always.” The man’s clammy hands snaked into his collar bone, dangerously close to the V-Line of his hanfu. Fear took over his skin when he looked up to the owner to protest, only to see a pitch black iris. His alpha was in control.

“Tsk. Tsk. Tsk. You ain’t going nowhere Little Hei Hua. We’re still talking right? Stay there and…Be. Quiet.” He wanted to escape and shout for help to Chu Hua, but an Alpha’s command was absolute. As much as he wanted to go against his order…his inner omega was too afraid. Frozen and vulnerable on the stronger dynamic's orders.

The man's hands skimmed inside the V-line of his hanfu and caressed his nipples. His spine threatened to bow down in response to the foreign touch and unmistakable disgust but the command made him sit on the chair stiff, under the man's mercy. Tears blurred his sight as he felt his omega shriek and curl up deep in his mind in fear. This wasn’t their alpha and it was touching places that his own alpha haven’t even touched yet.

"My, My. Such soft nipples you have here little Hei Hua...I wonder what color are they? Cherries? Strawberries? It wouldn't hurt if I have a taste right? Afterall, I won't stick it in...no matter how I want to." the man emphasized his point when he grinded his swelling manhood to the omegas' side before sitting down in front of the omega.

A sadistic smirk crossed his eyes when he met the tear-streaked face of the omega. His lips were quivering, whimpers threatening to come out but was sealed shut. "You’re really as pretty as a delicate lotus you know? Your eyes were the same shade of Lavender and your smell…” a deep growl emanated from his chest, “… was divine. Like the sweetest flavor of an Ice Cream... and I love Ice Creams...” The man purred dragging his index to Wei Wuxian’s cheeks wiping his tears before bringing it to his lips.

"Salty... I wonder how you taste?"

More tears streamed down the omega's eyes as the man snagged his hanfu open. His hands trembled in response to him forcing it to snatch his hanfu close. The sour scent of an omega became potent in the room but it only made the man smirk wider.

“Shall we?”

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The owner’s cold hands roamed around his arms, and his legs, each graze at his skin bringing tears down his cheeks. The man sat in front of him and smiled sadistically, “My, My, What a beautiful tear-stricken face you have here, my little lotus…”

He let out a small whimper as he squeezed his eyes shut. The nauseating feeling of having someone else’s arms shook him to the core. He flinched a little when a finger tucked some strands that fell over his face to his ears, before a voice whispered. “Let me see those eyes…Hei Hua. Eyes on me.”

As much as he didn’t want to, his brain forced his lids open. His eyes focused to the owner’s dark pools that made his vision spun even more. “That’s it…such a little obedient thing you are…” he brought his face closer to Wei Wuxian, before he whispered again, “If only I didn’t promise your first time to your clients…We would have already played in between sheets…”

Wei Wuxian shuddered at the sheer thought of doing such thing. Anything but that. The man continued his feather-light touches across his skin, torturing him over the sheer thought that he could do anything, but chose not to. The hands of the clock that Wei Wuxian focused on, to dull his senses, moved slowly. So slow that it felt as if an eternity had passed before he heard series of knocks over the door.

His caught his breath for a moment before the owner let out a string of curses and walk to open the door himself. He left it slightly ajar as he went into a small rapport with the person on the other side. He was too distraught to strain his ears to listen what they were saying but he caught a few words such as, it’s time…

The owner closed the door, a disappointed look on his face as he came closer. He knelt before A-Xian again and wipe a few tear tracks on his flushed face.  “I’m sorry to cut our fun short…but it’s show time my Little Lotus…make me proud okay?”

He was too focused making sense of what he is saying that he didn’t notice a few bulky guards that came in to carry him off. A suppressed scream, erupted from his chest…but was muffled when a gag was forcibly tied to his mouth. The owner’s smile was the last thing he saw before a pair of cuffs was clasped over his hands, and a strip of cloth was bound over his eyes.

After what seemed like an eternity, he was thrown into a soft bed. Bright lights blinded him for a split second when the blindfold was removed from his eyes. His eyes, wide like saucers immediately scanned his surroundings on where in Moon Goddess was he brought.

He can’t see much since he was completely bound but it seemed like…he was in a stage?

He craned his neck up and was met with a few people dressed like staffs preparing for a movie. Lights we’re hanging from the ceiling as a sole camera was held by a man. A woman in a bright red Hanfu from afar was getting prepped by a team of what seemed like hairstylist as she whined something about the stage being so hot.

What in Moon Goddess is happening?

His eyes snapped to a looming shadow over him as a bunch of accessories and fabrics were forced upon him. He tried complaining but the gag were muffling all his protests as a team of people cut his Hanfu in the middle and changed it into an extremely lewd outfit that practically hides nothing. Even his underwear was haphazardly stripped off him while a stringed thin patch of fabric replaced its place.

His face was brushed with powder that made his eyes water and his nose itch. His hair was styled in a rush and a hairband was chucked into his head. His eyes pleadingly turned to the man stroking some blush on his cheeks but his eyes remained trained on his cheeks. Not meeting his eyes even once. It was as if he was a robot programmed to do this a lot of times.

“Isn’t it done yet? It’s really hot here.” The female in red Hanfu from before spoke.

‘A few more touches. Calm your tatas Meigui or else you’ll get wrinkles. I’m almost done anyway.’ The man snapped his brush strokes getting harsher on Wei Wuxian cheeks. Wei Wuxian winced all the while that the man dusted his pale complexion. With one last swipe of lipgloss on his lips, the man finally released him and disappeared from his field of vision.

‘It’s done your highness’ a sarcastic voice called out.

“Good. Get-off the stage and get the cameras rolling. I want to sleep in Master’s bed early.”

The other people shuffled around him and locked the cuffs on his wrists to the head board. He whimpered when he felt his shoulders starting to ache after being locked on an uncomfortable position. He glanced up and tried to catch any of those who were tying him up but the lights were too bright. For him to see. He can only hear their bickering  as his clothes were puffed up. ‘What a bossy little bitch. I’d pay to see that self-proclaimed queen beg on her knees.’

‘Shh~! What is she hears you? One word from her and the master will fire you and cut your head off!’

‘Tch. Nothing’s more worse than watching this pitiful creatures get sold against their will. They might sold for millions a night but they’ll never get free from here.’

‘Let’s just go, before Meigui scolds us.’

The two figures once again disappeared from his sight as a woman in bright red Hanfu sauntered into his field of vision. Her Dark silky hair was done in half updo with a golden zan decorated with red stones and pearls. A buyao  with blossoming red roses also decorated her head. She was beautiful but her eyes held an unmistakable trait of haughtiness and self-centeredness that makes Wei Wuxian churn at the sight of her.

The woman raked a judging stair from his toes to his head as if appraising his value. She carefully folded an arm on her pink Hanfu purposely making her breasts practically spill from their confinements while the other held a black fan to cover her stark red lips.

‘My, My. Still an ugly creature, are we Hei Hua. I say that you only value as low as a hundred yuan but Master deemed you a million since you are a virgin.’

Wei Wuxian bit the inside of his cheeks to prevent himself from crying. She wouldn’t give him that kind of satisfaction. This is the moment that he kept on burying at the back of his head. The sire of the nightmares he kept on having each night.

‘Oh yes, cry more little bunny. They liked their bitches crying when they buy it.’

Wei Wuxian shut his eyes to prevent his tears. If they liked that. He will not cry. He will not give them the satisfaction of seeing him cry. He sniffed and blinked the tears away. He will not cry.

‘Okay, dim the lights~! Meigui We’ll be on air in 5,4,3,2 and WE’RE ON!’’

He tried to calm his thudding heart but it just palpitated when the lights suddenly dimmed from above. Darkness enveloped him as a sole light was opened above the woman in red Hanfu who was in front of him. A flat screen was perched beside the camera that seemed to show a website but it was too far for him to see.

‘Good Evening our ever-so Loyal Bidders of Hidden Sun brothel! Do you have a glass of water beside you? Because things are about to get heated tonight~!’ The woman suddenly spoke in a sensual manner. ‘Tsk, tsk Tsk. Sorry but Meigui Hua is not for sale today. But what we have here, will compensate for my absence~! We have our bunny of the night, the fiery Hei Hua~!’’

Wei Wuxian’s eyes snapped to the camera who closed in on him. He immediately cowered in fear when the man behind the camera licked his lips as if tasting him. He quickly struggled on his bindings as he tried to distance himself from the perverted cameraman.

“A quick look on our little bunny~! Did that rile you up? Well I won’t drag this any longer~! Prepare to empty your pockets for the bid to get this lovely things cherry is one million dollars~! Start Now~!”

The curtains slowly closed before the camera. Meigui Hua quickly ordered someone to bring the flat screen closer to her. The staff quickly perched it closer for the woman named Meigui to see. The flat screen started dinging in notification as the screen automatically scrolled down. Wei Wuxian’s eyes widened when he finally was able to make out on what’s on the screen. It was an online…bidding for him?

‘He’s selling higher than I expected him to be.’ Meigui Hua commented with a sneer.

‘He’s now up for half a million!’

‘No It’s already for a One and a half-Million!’

‘He even prized higher than Meigui on her special service nights.’

‘Will you stupid scums you just do the only thing you’re smart on? Shutting the hell up?’ Meigui hua exclaimed her face red in anger. The staffs who were also watching quickly scrambled away from her sight. She let out an exasperated sigh and went into the corner as her staffs fussed around her again.

Wei Wuxian’s eyes trained on the blurry screen that is still scrolling at a fast speed. Are they that wretched? Is the government that blind? Allowing such things to happen on people like him? How many omegas have been in his place just because of financial issues? Just because they’re omegas and can’t work for themselves?

Tears streamed down his eyes again as a fleeting memory of the only alpha that Wei Wuxian held dear after his father. The alpha he wished to hold him and share the joys of being a pair that is parents used to have. He’s sure he’ll be a good mate and a father. He didn’t believe on the stigma that the society have placed upon omegas. Most of his idols are single omegas yet they were treated equally and fairly.

Would he try to save such lowly omega as me if he knew that prostitution still happen nowadays?

He quickly shook his head, suddenly feeling silly.  Why would he even bother saving a stranger? Besides it wasn’t as if it would look like he was forced into doing this. He could’ve done something else. Anything but sell himself to a brothel.

He smiled bitterly and swallowed the lump on his throat along with his pride. At least he was able to pay his debt without endangering his friends lives. He couldn’t bear the thought of Jiang Cheng or Wen Ning or his Big Sis or any of his friends to get hurt just because he can’t pay back his debt on time.

This is the right thing.

A few more agonizing minutes passed as Meigui Hua ordered the staffs to get-ready again. ‘It’s now down to two bidders prepare the camera. We’ll go online when one of them wins. What’s the highest bid as of now?’

‘T-Three Hundred and Fifty Million Yuan Miss M-Meigui Hua.’

‘What!?’ the woman’s head snapped towards Wei Wuxian her eyes burning with restrained fury and envy?

‘What do you mean Three Hundred and Fifty Million Yuan?’

‘U-uhm. Actually…someone already won. An Alpha named Daddy69? He outbidded S-six inches. Hei Hua was sold for F-Four Hundred Fifty Million Yuan.’

‘What? That’s ridiculous!’

‘I’m afraid that it’s the truth Miss Meigui. Should we announce it now?’

‘Let’s get this bitch sold and over with. Set-up the cameras.’ The woman snapped.

‘Okay, going online on 5,4,3,2 and WE’RE ONLINE.’ and the curtains we’re once again unveiled.

The frown on her brows disappeared almost immediately. A split-eating smile was once again on her face as she sauntered into the camera. “Daddy69 is the current highest bidder~! Anyone else wants to steal this sexy little thing? You still have a minute; 59, 58, 57,56..”

Wei Wuxian’s shoulders slacked in defeat. It is done. He was already sold. His virginity that he dreamt of getting sold to his alpha was sold to a stranger. As much as he tried to suppress his tears, a whole lot of them still escaped her eyes.

His fate is sealed.

“Thirty Seconds left~!”

Wei Wuxian shut his eyes and just waited for this moment to be done. He just want to get this over with and scrub his skin like he do every night. To somehow feel clean even just for a few seconds.

Silence reigned at the stage aside from Meigui’s voice echoing the countdown flashed on the flat screen. By the time her counting reached a few seconds before the end, something made Meigui exclaim in surprise making Wei Wuxian open his eyes. He must've dozed off for a minute because when he was conscious again, everyone looked like someone grew two heads and we're panicking. What happened?

“O-Oh My Moon Goddess! What a g-generous man. 1 B-Billion…anyone? Going once, going twice? W-well then Hei Hua’s night is sold to our highest bidder of the night, Alpha Lan~!” Wei Wuxian who was still on shock was made to face the camera forcibly as Meigui gripped his cheeks in a painful manner. Tears that he held back fell from his eyes as she squeezed it harder. “Give him a kiss Hei Hua~!” Wei Wuxian closed his eyes and refused to look at the camera defiantly. The woman sneered at her for a split second and released his cheeks.

Wei Wuxian glared at her back as she went back into the front of the stage completely blocking his form from the camera. “Send us your address below and we’ll mail you the location of the place where you can savor your night with your omega~!”

The woman let out a fake gasp. “SO fast~! You’re that excited Big Boy~? If you want, you can also have Meigui together with him~!”

“Decline~? This is the first someone declined my offer.” The woman folded his arms, a haughty look on her face. “Whatever, it’s your loss. We’ll send it 12 AM tomorrow. Wait for your product.” With that, the woman walked out of the stage and the live video was cut-off.

When Wei Wuxian thought it was finally over, Meigui strutted back to him and gave him a nasty glare. “Don’t think for a second that you’re better than me Hei hua It’s their virginity that they wanted not that” she raked a glance at his form with a disgusted look on her face, “disgusting body of yours. Mark My Words Hei Hua, your nights after will just be as worth as my cheapest hairpins.”

If only his mouth wasn’t gagged, he would’ve retorted back to Meigui and give her a piece of his mind. She might’ve liked being on this this brothel and being the most expensive might be everything for her but it wasn’t for Wei Wuxian. He was forced to make this decision for the safety of his friends. He just resorted on glaring at the woman with all his might.

“I’m sure the man who bought you would do something about that defiant attitude you have…maybe you’d be an obedient little shit. Have the ladies clean and doll him up then process his trip to Mr. Lan’s place. Guard him well and place a tracker on him. We can’t have this little ugly duckling escaping.” The men who appeared out of nowhere nodded, before their hands went around Wei Wuxian’s limbs and lift him from the bed.

The guards practically dragged him towards a dark hallway, their steps quick and silent. He figured out somehow that they weren’t the same guy who brought him here because they didn’t make any sexual remarks over him, or talk to him at all, which is somehow relieving. He didn’t know if he could still make any snarky remark with all the stress he had experienced today.

He was soon brought to a set of doors that seemed to be a…bath house? The doors suddenly burst before him, the two familiar faces of Chu Hua and Lan Hua rushing towards him. “Moon Goddess…A-Xian what happened to you?” Chu Hua exclaimed as he wrapped his arms around A-Xian to support him. He gave him a weak smile before leaning to him heavily.

Chu Hua gave a side glance to the guards before nodding. “We got this, you can wait outside.” The guards thankfully step back and stationed themselves outside as Chu Hua and Lan Hua brought Wei Wuxian inside.

They laid him carefully on a towel covered small stool and gave him a glass of water. “Are you okay? Did they even feed you all the while you were inside?”

He shook his head. Chu Hua cursed again before plucking a few grapes from a basket that was covered in towels and brought it to his lips. “I don’t…want the skin.”

Chu Hua frowned at him before flicking his forehead lightly. “This ain’t the time to complain, eat some fruits. That man definitely didn’t change, he only cares about his own self.”

Wei Wuxian couldn’t agree more as he took the juicy fruit inside his mouth, wincing lightly at the bitter taste of grape skin. He didn’t like eating grapes the Chu Hua way…he ate a couple more before the hunger that have sat wrong on his stomach finally get sated for a little while.

“Feeling better now?”

He nodded in reply and gave Lan Hua who had been sitting beside him a small smile. “I’m okay now…you don’t have to worry.” The young alpha just shook his head and brushed the tears from his eyes. “I’m so sorry Xian-ge.”

“It’s okay…you didn’t have to be sorry…I was the one who decided this.” The young alpha sniffed again and buried his face to the omega’s shoulders. Wei Wuxian smiled lightly and kissed the top of his head. Even though they were nowhere related, the young alpha always had this way of bringing comfort to him. He couldn’t even deny the fact that over the days he’s spent with the young alpha, he had deemed him something akin to a son.

“If only we could talk to Mr. Lan to not hurt you.” The young alpha sobbed, his words barely making sense due to his face being pressed hard to Wei Wuxian’s side.

“Talk to who?” He asked rubbing the young alpha’s shoulder.

“Mr. Lan. The one who bid a large amount for you.” Chu Hua supplied as he poured another glass that he offered to Wei Wuxian.

Wei Wuxian was mid drink of the water before the weight of the older omega’s words crashed into him. He spewed the water out of his mouth,

”Come Again!?”

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“Wangji, did you get inside the Hotel safely?”

“Mn.” He replied as he went inside and showed the Penthouse ownership he had over the Luxury Hotel. The guard just gave him a curt nod before stepping off to let him in. He fixed his dark shades that is perched on his nose as he discretely fixed the communication bud on his ears. “I’m in.”

“Good. The one from the brothel told us that they will be bringing A-Xian in around half an hour from now. That will give you enough time to change the hotel room.”

Lan Wangji nodded again before walking up to the reception desk. The woman flashed her an overly pleased smile before speaking in an overly nice voice. “How may I help you sir?”

He placed thee luxury key card for the penthouse the brothel arranged and placed it to the counter and spoke in a voice a tad bit lower than he usually does. “I’d like to change the room.”

The woman looked quite taken back, a look of shock on her face before she plastered a smile again, although it had a slight edge on it. “May I ask what’s the reason sir?”

He stilled for a minute, hopefully not obvious for the woman to see. He cleared his throat lightly before forcing his brows to frown and imitated the times his uncle would scold him and his brother for being too rowdy for his liking. “Are you going to change it or not?”

It must’ve worked really well since the woman nodded quickly before turning to work on her computer. She worked under the speed of light, her fingers barely pressing the keys fully and before ten minutes have passed, she was slapping a brand new card to the table. He nodded curtly before briskly walking to the elevator.

“Done.” He answered smoothly as he went inside the elevator and pressed the Twenty Third Floor.

“Good, that would decrease the chances of them placing any surveillance camera to spy on you. Approach the place with caution and be careful on what you will say. Remember, where here to gather some evidences if A-Xian was indeed forced to believe the idea that he had a debt.”

“Mn.”

“Hua Cheng already had a bunch of people surrounding the place, when it comes down on the worst case scenario. We might be able to find some of the missing people inside.”

“Mn.” He answered discretely again as he watched the button light of the elevator slowly went up.

“May the moon goddess guide you Wangji, I hope that the next time we meet, you’ll have your mate back with you.”

Then the line went dead. He and his brother agreed to omit contact for an hour to avoid some suspicion. Although they figured out a way to somehow decrease the chances of being listened to, he should still be careful on commencing his part on their plan, which is making sure that his mate is safe.

For the past few days, he and his friends finally finalized the plan on taking his mate back safely. Necessary lawsuits are already charged to those who are involved on thee missing records of some omega on the hospital. The ones who have connections back to the brothel such as the man who created the website, are also apprehended and kept on isolation so they wouldn’t have any means of contacting the brothel to alert them.

Hua Cheng and his brother, together with the police force, the ones that they are sure they can trust, already had the place surrounded and have been monitoring the movements of the people around the area for a few days now. They already have the complete lay out, the number of guards and their change of shifts and the approximate amount of omega’s trapped inside. Binghe and a few other undercover police are also stationed on some rooms they have occupied in advance, prepared and ready in case there will be resistance as he take his mate into safety.

He felt a sense of small relief over the fact that before this day ends, he would really be able to reunite with his mate that he’d been dying to meet.

He just hoped everything would go according to their plan.

= = =

Wei Wuxian sniffed softly as he harshly wiped the tears off of his face. His eyes remained trained to anywhere but the guys that practically dragged him away from Chu Hua and Lan Hua that was practically clinging to him for his dear life. He shook his head and squeezed his eyes shut to stop the tears from falling down. Chu Hua promised to take care of him. He’ll take his word for that.

He was soon forced into riding inside a black vehicle. He slowly stepped inside before two guards sat on his right and left and two more behind him. He gave the spot in front of him that was completely covered, which obscured any view of the driver or wherever they are headed a hard look. Of course they wouldn’t. He let out a defeated sigh and scratched the itching tight arm band wrapped around his wrist.

Stupid Meigui Hua and her stupid trackers.

“Quit squirming.” The guard growled out, making Wei Wuxian still and glare at the floor beneath him. The guard didn’t say anything else and proceeded on folding his arms to his chest. Wei Wuxian let out a huff and slumped to the backrest behind him. This is going to be

The long ride soon came to an end and soon enough, Wei Wuxian was once again pulled into an eerily empty back door. He was dragged to an empty parking lot towards an elevator that was closed and required a passcode. One of the guards who were walking in front of him fished a black card and scanned it before entering the now opened door.

Wei Wuxian and the other guards also piled inside and pressed a number on the elevator. “that’s the wrong floor, the owner changed rooms.” The guard on the front left spoke in a deep voice.

The Guard on his right front turned to him, “Damn, they did? Just when I thought I’d get to see some actions. We weren’t able to set up some cameras on the new one?”

“No. Only the ones on the outside-the CCTV on the hallways are the ones we can access. ” The guard on the front left replied. The guard on the front right cursed again, making Wei Wuxian roll his eyes.

Did they really just talk into peeking on the room when he was basically just behind them and can hear him pretty well?

The view from the glass elevator soon changed into a transparent one that showed the breath taking view of the night city lights as they left the ground floor. If only he wasn’t here for that purpose, he would’ve pressed his face on the glass walls and admired the view.

“We’re here.”

Wei Wuxian let out a small oomph when the elevator unexpectedly stop, making his face bump on the guard’s back. He rubbed his sore nose in discomfort and peeked at the view hidden by the hulking guard on the front.

“Go inside, your client is already inside, make no mistake and don’t make any action that will disgrace the brothel.”

“And if I disobey him?”

“Then we’ll give you 35 lashes for each disobedience.”

“And If I tried to bite his dick off?”

“Then we will castrate you.” The guard answered without missing a beat. Wei Wuxian’s jaw almost slacked open. Moon Goddess, what’s with this an eye for an eye sht, just how morbid can this guys be?

“and If I don’t to get inside?”

The guard’s mouth ticked. “Then I’ll do this.” He haphazardly pulled off a rope from somewhere Wei Wuxian wasn’t able to see and pulled the omega’s hand behind his back. “Hey what are you doing!” The guard tied his wrists together and spun the omega to cover his eyes with a cloth. “I said stop it-mph!” His words we’re completely blocked off when they also tied a cloth on his mouth like a gag.

Wei Wuxian squirmed and struggled but his protests where acknowledged by deaf ears. His hearts started pounding when he heard the door open and a cold breeze of what seemed like an air conditioner blew into his exposed skin.

He walked inside blindly before he tripped onto his feet. The sound of his heart pounding got even louder as the room became inhumanly quiet. He cursed and tried to squint his eyes in hopes of also shifting the blind fold but the man’s knot was too tight. All he can see where phantom outlines of what seemed like a bedroom,  lamp beside him and a once again glass walls beside him.

He tried scenting the air for any scent but it was immediately clogged with the extremely fruity scent of what seemed like a scented candles. A sickeningly sweet scent of Vanilla and…strawberries? His nose quickly crinkled in disgust. Well at least it’s a good sign that his nose is working now.

A few minutes passed and he was already shivering from the cold blasting from the centralized aircon. If only they gave him time to dress properly then maybe he wouldn’t be freezing his bum off. He desperately tried to wiggle, although he might look like a worm doused with salt, just to somehow keep himself warm. Even his nose was numb that he can barely smell the scented candles.

He wiggled his fingertips that actually felt stiff from his own weight combined with the freezing temperature. He let out a deep sigh into the cloth gag and lay limp on the bed. Why is even bothering on keeping himself warm? Maybe he can just freeze himself to death here. That and they wouldn’t be able to take the sole thing he wanted to gift his fated with? He doesn’t know anymore. Maybe it’s the cold getting into his head.

Well at least A-yuan and Chu Hua are safe.

A sudden movement somewhere near him made the omega froze instantly. A rushed footsteps proceeded closer and closer to him until it stopped right…in front of him. Wei Wuxian evened out his breath immediately and pretended to be asleep.

His heart pounded into his ears as he await his demise. The person moved closer to him that he almost felt the hairs on his arms stand on its end due to the anticipation. Is he going to grope him? Choke-kink him? Or maybe hurt him?

Tears prickled at the back of his eyes as much as he tried to hold it in. For once he thanked them that they placed a blindfold on his eyes as it hid the evidence of his fear. He desperately tried to make it look like he was still sleeping even if he thought that his own scent was betraying him already due to distress. His inner omega were whining and whimpering deep inside his mind. Calling for its non-existent alpha to protect it from harm.

That won’t happen anymore.

He snapped into his inner omega who just replied with a pained whimper. It slowly curled into deep in his mind, trapped inside a headspace it created from a traumatic experience that has yet to come.

 None of that came true when the cloth on his mouth was suddenly pulled off. He let out a deep breath. Is this him? The man who bought him? A pair of cold arms caressed his arms and he can’t help but struggle and squirm against the hold and the ropes tying him incapacitated. He screamed and whine over the gag on his mouth. But before he could even asked it what was happening, the blind fold was also ripped from eyes. Strobes of sudden light blinded the omega for a second before his eyes met-

A chilling pair of yellow eyes that he knew very well.

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“Well hello there my Little Lotus…”

An extremely familiar voice purred in his ears. Wei Wuxian practically froze on the spot as he looked at the owner, horror mirrored on his grey purple orbs. The man smiled sadistically at him before caressing a finger over his tear-stricken cheeks. “Is that disappointment I see on your face Little Lotus? Is there any that you were expecting to see? Hmm?” He trailed as he loomed over the omega’s quaking form like some phantom figure.

“I’m afraid that makes me quite angry Little Lotus…after all, I went through the trouble of spending Billions of money in order to have fun with you….”

Wei Wuxian bit back a sob as shame dawned upon him. What had he, expected? Did he really expect that Lan? Did he really expect a high-profile man such as him, a kind-hearted man that had been helping omegas into building their own career, to avail the services of this extremely vile place?

He was an idiot.

He can’t believe he got his hopes up. How in Moon Goddess did it even came to his mind that, that person would be the one he will see here? That he would be the one that will be touching him, not some random stranger that he didn’t even know.

And now it was the person he wouldn’t want to see again, Not in another infinity years

He let out a small whine against the gag as his face was forced to look up, to stare into the owner’s yellow orbs that he loathed. They were eyes that looked at him as if he was his next meal. As if he was just some random hole he can stick himself into. He didn’t even see him as a human being.

It felt ironic since he was teasing Meigui Hua by her position before…now it was him on the same exact place as her. Just some outlet of this man’s desire.

“You’re pretty like this you know…when…tears make your eyes shine. It makes me wonder if your pups will inherit that when I make you swell with my child.” His eyes widened as he started struggling harder with the ropes.

He didn’t want that.

Bearing another man’s child?

He let out a terrified scream that was significantly muffled by the gag, but not the terror that is mirrored from his face. Tears fell harder on his reddened cheeks as the man soaked up the scene of his desperation with a wide smile and occasional licks on his lips.

“Stop struggling…you will only make this harder for yourself.” He gritted out, grabbing the omega’s chin and pressing his knees over the omega’s legs to stop him from squirming. “Just relax…and enjoy this with me…” He whispered before starting to trail kisses from the omega’s exposed neck, and roaming his hands all over his body.

He felt his omega claw over the surface, struggling control with him, so they can somehow…fight harder. His eyes glowed with his omega’s eyes that could only whimper as it claw the ropes with its blunt nails. Distressed sound escaped his lips as he felt the man lick and nip at his skin in the most disgusting ways. His omega struggled harder for control as he felt himself getting pulled into a headspace.  A place deep within his consciousness where he can’t feel, or see anything that is making them hung in distress.

Flashes of black dotted his vision as he felt the owner’s hand on his throat. He felt loosing the sensation of his arms…then his legs…and finally his eyes. The last thing he heard, was the man growling in his ears,

“Yes, let out your omega to play. I know we’ll have lots of fun together.”

= = =

Lan Wangji’s heartbeat pounded hard on his ears and his chest. His feet walked beneath him as if on autopilot. He ran past the hallways and broke into the door leading to the exit stairs. But instead of going down, he made a quick turn and started dashing upstairs.

He quickly ate the distance that separated him and his omega. Desperation hung over his heart heavily as Binghe’s words echoed on his ears.

“They got him on a different floor! I don’t know what the fvck is happening but he’s a different floor from where he’s supposed to go, and where you are right now! They dropped him off on the Thirty-First floor.”

They transferred him on a different room. Once again, they are trying to separate him and his omega. Inxplicable rage burned from inside him as he took the stairs two or three at a time. His eyes burned a glowing golden shade as his alpha prowled under the surface, thirsty for the blood of the one who dared to once again take his omega away from him. He felt like a fool on thinking that shameless people like them would stand on their word. Figures they are as twisted as he expected them to be.

He soon reach the floor, a steel grey door locking him from the private penthouse. He gave the lock a lingering stare before he braced himself and kicked the door down on one swift kick. The metal door, gave up under the sheer force of his kick and toppled down on the floor like some piece of paper.

He step over the door like it was nothing and stalked towards the oak doors, the final barricade between him and his mate. He didn’t twice and knocked the door down again, with a kick. His breath caught in his lungs at the sight that unveiled before him as the oak door fell to the floor.

The Loud crash of the door breaking into smithereens made the man who was wrestling his omega to the sheets look up to him. His eyes frowned as if he was disturb on the worst time ever as he stared at the Alpha who was practically shaking out of sheer anger. Lan Wangji's scent that speak extreme volumes of anger, wrath and pure resentment, slammed into him like a speeding truck, making him blink at him in shock.

“Who the hell are you?”

Lan Wangji's pupils were slanted, glowing a startling shade of gold that burns with something akin to a feral animal. His hands were fisted on his sides, bleeding from destroying the table but his face was completely emotionless. The sight of him being completely still made the owner be wary of the man that practically came out of nowhere. He looked as if he was a chord that is nearing its end and would snap at any moment.

“Stay away from him.” He stated coldly.

“I’m sorry what? Mr. you’re clearly tresspa-” he didn’t even get to finish his sentence before The Alpha sent him flying to the other side of the wall. He hit the wall with a loud crack before skidding down on the floor. The man groaned in pain and disorient but Lan Wangji didn’t even let him recover before he was picked up from the floor, and slammed to the wall. The owner groaned and blinked back the black flashes that dotted his vision and tried his best to look at the unknown assailant.

“W-what the f-fuck is wrong with you?” The Alpha, who is now completely in control, growled at him, before a clawed arm wrapped around his exposed neck. His eyes widened as he felt the sudden cut of the supply of oxygen from his throat. His hands clawed at the man’s hands to let him go, but the Alpha’s hold was firm.

Lan Wangji’s own anger consumed him as he let his alpha punish the man who dared to hurt their omega. He couldn’t even believe himself he was capable of being this angry. But also knew that there’s nothing in this world he wouldn’t do for the safety his omega. And this man, was a threat to his safety.

He could still remember the scene of his omega’s tear-stricken face as he looked up at him in fear. The small word that his omega whispered in pure desperation drove him and his alpha into a state of madness. At the sudden reminder of seeing their omega on such position, his hold at the man’s neck tightened.

His face was almost red and turning purple already.

Good.

Ihis inner alpha growled. He even urged him to tighten it to the point that he will no longer a threat. And so he did. He took pleasure on watching as the man struggle and moan in pain. He felt his blood sang at the sight of the man that brought pain and tears into his omega.

But just as he was deep into punishing the man, a small whimper caught his attention. His eyes snapped to the direction of the sound, hand loosening around the man’s neck. At the instant he saw his vulnerable mate huddled onto the corner, he immediately let go of the man, not bothering if he was breathing of not and went closer to him.

The whimper that escaped his lips as he shield himself in a manner that he was afraid the alpha was gonna bring some sort of any pain into him. His heart broke for his omega. He gently caught his flailing hands into his, and place it above his heart. He slowly blanketed an air of calming pheromones around them and crooned softly to calm his omega down.

His luminescent grey purple eyes peered up at him half in fear, half in confusion due to the sense of comfort he is slowly bringing to their vulnerable form. He slowly moved closer, and nuzzled his temples softly, whispering his name like a fervent prayer to call him back into consciousness.

A pair of slim arms, slowly made its way to his neck, as the slim form of his mate squeezed in closer to him. He can’t help but close his eyes and hug him closer to him, a single track of tear falling down his right eye, as finally…finally after what felt like an eternity of separation…

They are now both in each other’s arm.

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F I N A L

Wei Wuxian woke up in a start, his hands waving in the air to ward off the non-existent phantom from his nightmares. Sweat beaded down his temples as his heart pounded as if he ran a thousand miles an hour in a marathon. Dark dotted his vision as his lungs struggled to supply air to his brain so he can think clearly. It took him a few minutes for his vision to adjust and focus on the fact that he is in a…bed?

Why in Moon Goddess is he in a bed?

The last thing he remembered was getting pulled and delivered into a hotel so he can meet his first client.…

Did…Did something happen???

His hands flew to touch his skin on any evidence of assault, something that he prayed to the Moon Goddess to be proven as false. A shocked gasp escaped his lops when his hands came into contact with an…arm wrapped…around his hips?

His back automatically tensed, thinking it was one of the people back at the bar…but surprisingly. Even his omega feels, comfortable…warm…and safe. A soft blow of breath at the back of his neck sent shivers up his spine. Who is this person?

His hands skimmed over the, surprisingly muscular arms wrapped around him like a python. It was soft…yet hard in the most delicious ways…at least for him. A squeak left his lips when sparks almost like an electric shock erupted from the place where they made contact. What in Moon Goddess was that? He thought that it was just his mind playing tricks on him, after all he just woke up…but when he squeezed the arm experimentally, the Frankenstein-like feeling didn’t vanish. Instead, it intensified.

 It made his…nether regions twitch in attention. His cheeks flushed in realization that he was practically feeling something for a stranger. He quickly let go of the stranger’s hand, feeling bashful all of a sudden. He stared at it in fascination and curiosity…

It had a fair complexion…an alabaster sheen but not enough to make it look like he was a vampire. It even had cute moles on the palms he can’t help but trace and poke. He might have been poking it too much that the person that owned the arm started stirring. He quickly froze in response. Shit. You Pervert Wei Ying! He scolded himself as he made the quick decision to play it safe by pretending he was asleep again.

He eased out his breath and closed his eyes. He counted every five seconds to fake the rise and fall of his chest. He prayed to the moon goddess above that, whoever the man is, should have a weak sense of hearing or else he will hear how loud his heart was pounding.

A small groan from behind made him shiver in delight. It sound so manly and oh-so yummy. The stranger’s warmth disappeared from his back when somewhere on his right, a sound of ringing seemed to finally shake the person awake. It definitely didn’t sound like a phone call…but an alarm? He frowned…what time was it even?

He took a peek under his lashes…but he can’t see a single thing. He squinted his eyes and tried to make out the things in the room for some kind of clue to where he was. The room came out as a dark blur of mushed objects, but he was kind of sure that this wasn’t back in the Hidden Sun…starting from the smell itself. This room doesn’t smell like nauseating perfumes and smoke.

It smells like sandalwood and cinnamon that sends tingles to his olfactory senses…

‘Wei Ying?’

A deep baritone voice called out from behind him. A small gasp escaped his lips when it sounded like…Damn. It can’t be real. He shook his head and pinched his arms. This can’t be real. He can’t be sleeping in the arms of the person he would love to spend the morning with. Maybe he was dead…Maybe he died as he was…

The arms around him slowly shifted him around to face the other side. Another squeak left his lips as he pinched his eyes closed. What if it isn’t the person he was expecting...he didn’t want to feel the disappointment…

“Wei Ying…are you awake?”

That’s it.

That definitely sound like him…

Maybe he did die…and this was his afterlife. An after life with the person he always wanted to be with doesn’t sound bad after all…It just huts that he didn’t get to thank Jiang Cheng and his crew for all of the things they’ve done for him. All the joys and woes he experienced that they supported him with…

And A-yuan…that gentle soul…he prayed to the moon Goddess above that he will have a long happy life with his fated…even if he didn’t get to have that himself. Chu Hua…he will always wished for his forgiveness that he didn’t get him to meet his fated…

A lone tear escaped from his eyes that a finger softly brushed off. Wei Wuxian’s eyes opened in surprise, only to be stunned once again when his pale lavender ones met a pair of pale golden eyes. His mouth opened and closed like a fish that was pulled out from the water.

“Why are you crying?” He asked in a worried voice.

More tears fell from Wei Wuxian’s eyes. His sniffs turned into a cry that soon escalated into a full blown bawling his eyes out. He pushed himself off of the bed and gathered the omega into his arms. Wei Wuxian melted on the spot into his arms, soft and pliant.

“Shh…” He whispered softly in his ears as he smoothened the omega’s messy hair. He hugged “Your safe…no more crying Wei Ying… ” His tone remained calming and pleasant but it only made Wei Wuxian cry harder. SO it was a dream.

“How can I stop crying when I’m already dead!”

He carefully pushed him off of his chest to face the omega properly. His brows were scrunched in the cutest way possible that Wei Wuxian swooned once again at the very fine apparition in front of him. Yup, he will start calling this gorgeous being an apparition. This can’t be real. There’s no way they’re on a same bed right now…much less breathing the same air.

But Moon Goddess, he didn’t know that his eyes were this attractive as in person. That his nose were this aristocratic, those jaws...and that….ugh. The omega groaned internally. That, that look. It gives his perpetually poker faced-face a refreshing twist.

“Dead?” the apparition repeated in a confused tone.

“Yup…I am right…?” he asked back in an equally confused tone.

“You aren’t…” the apparition replied.

“I am.”

“You’re not…” the apparition argued.

“I AM.” He argued back.

“You’re-”

He cursed mentally. “You’re an apparition! My apparition specifically, yet you’re so stubborn! I’m dead and that’s final! You may not be informed but I might have been mauled to death by a bunch of alphas whe-”

A loud growl coming from the… apparition stopped Wei Wuxian on his sentence. In a flash, the bed shifted underneath him when the apparition suddenly pinned him to the bed. His hands were pinned above him while the apparitions legs were settled on the sides of his waist, his body completely caging the omegas slim body to the bed.

“Don’t say that…” the… apparition growled…? Well he’s having second thoughts now. He definitely did want a hug…but not a display of BDSM. His heart is not prepared for that…yet.

“No one else can touch you…ever.”

Wei Wuxian coughed uncomfortably at his declaration. Somehow with seven words tops…it made his cheeks and every nerve ending of his body either heat up or tingle. Damn. Was he this romantic in person? If he is, he will definitely faint. Five seconds tops.

“…and why would that be?” he asked playing along. He might’ve been dead...but his sassiness and spunk will never cease to exist. It was inscribed to his DNA and genes since the day he was born.

“Because…you are with me now. I won’t let anything happen to you again.”

His eyes glowed an intense shade of gold. Darker than what it used to be. An evidence of his alpha coming into the surface. His inner omega, the ever insatiable bitch, wagged its imaginary tail in excitement. It loved to see this handsome specimen get all worked up for some reason. This little minx.

“Mine.”

One word and he felt as if he was close to having a climax. There was something in that word that made something in him click to place. That as if his words of ownership made him feel…more bound to reality. He stated it with conviction as if it was the most obvious thing in the world. An absolute truth.

Oh how he wanted to believe that…If only he hadn’t departed this world early…

“Is that so?”

“Mn.” He replied with a small nod almost immediately. He stared up at the man’s glowing orbs…

“Then give me a proof.” He stated boldly.

He haven’t even took a proper breath when the alpha’s lips swooped down to capture his. At first their lips were just touching…then it evolved into something that feels like he was pulled out of the world and thrown to the space to float aimlessly.

Wei Wuxian felt a sudden rush of helplessness and fervent need for the man who was giving him life and taking his breath at the same time. The alpha sucked and tugged at his lips like they were cotton candies before swooping into a tongue-deep kiss once again. His arms that were limp on his side went straight to grasp the alphas soft locks. His arms in return, snaked their way to the omega’s hips and gave it a gentle squeeze. It earned another moan from him.

The alphas soft, warm lips continued attacking his pliant lips until he can feel himself losing its breath. His lungs protested but he believe at the fact that since his dead, oxygen doesn’t matter anymore. But suddenly, after what feels like an eternity, the alpha released his lips with a soft smack. He whined in protest. But when his misty eyes met his, right when his velvet tongue that was exploring his mouth a short while ago, went across his lips as if he just devoured a explicitly delicious appetizer, a shiver shook his petite form. His limbs were practically jell-o curled in excitement. Especially when his eyes still screams for more.

“Damn…why does that feel…real.” The omega groaned.

“It is…”

“No it isn’t…” he whispered in disbelief. Despite the irrevocable fact that his heart wanted to…

“It is.”

“It can’t be…” right?

“It can…”

He tried to retort a phrase of refusal to believe but he was at loss of any words. It was as if he, himself, heart, body, mind and…soul…Wanted to believe.

“Lies…” he cried out softly. A new set of tears falling from his eyes as he stared up…to the alpha on top of him. Does he dare to believe? He had been dreaming of this moment, almost every night. Every ladybug he saw. Every meteor shower, shooting star. Every 11:11 on the clock. Every Birthday wish…

“Truth…” the alpha whispered, kissing his left eye.

“Liar…” he whispered in a weak tone.

“Veracious…” he whispered kissing the omegas right eye.

“What does that even mean,” he asked biting his lip…

“That I’m telling the truth and there’s no way I’m letting you go now…

Because you’re MINE.”

To all the ones who gave me all the love and support. Thank You~! My Mentors, Advisers and the ones who stuck with the little ol' depressed me. See you when I see you again~!

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 As the ever so colorful love story of this couple unfolds...what other challenges will they face?

And have the enemies finally stopped their pursuit on separating them?

and when will Wei Ying finally accept the truth that he is not...actually dead?

Stay tuned on the next installment of the WangXian Omegaverse fic, 

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𝓛𝓞𝓝𝓖 𝓐𝓢𝓢 𝓝𝓞𝓣𝓔 𝓐𝓗𝓔𝓐𝓓

ლ(╹◡╹ლ) After our ultimate Daddy's birthday, I'd like to take a step back and use this opportunity to edit the fic for the better and common good of everyone and ma' heart.

I've always loved writing more than socializing so I've treated y'all as my friends XD. Hope it is the same. ┑(￣▽￣)┍ I do have friends outside of this....but it's still awesome to have persons who had the same obsession towards Yaoi and all that Jazz like I do XD. I still can't forget the day I accidentally bumped into a forum about MDZS. It was both tragic and melancholic from me. It was only the forum but t brought me to tears. It was about WW's confession to LWJ.

To finally have someone reciprocate your love after long ass lonely years of pining silently...it was oh-god so beautiful. To be honest...I didn't get hooked on yaoi when I was younger...It was an okay concept to me, but I was one of those types that I don't hate it, but I'd rather not. That is until I discovered the fluffiness. The first Yaoi I honestly read with seriousness would be Crimson Spell. It was a fantasy yaoi that got me hooked into everything, Given, Ten Count, Finder....and eventually the omegaverse.

Omegaverse piqued my interest especially the soulmates part, ┑(￣▽￣)┍ I'm a hopeless romantic so well i guess I'll just die alone-type LMAO. ANd with the novel translation of the blessed EXR Scans of MDZS is still ongoing...I'm dying due to the angst and slow burn...so after a few seconds, minutes, days weeks months and year, I finally posted my story! I incorporated the plot that randomly popped in my head. I'm that imaginative and random XD (●´□`)♡ I have a whole lot of drafts and plots written on notebook since i love plotting and daydreaming XD.

It was kinda scary (´°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥ω°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥｀) since I'm quite confident with my English fluency but with other people having it as a mother tongue (which I don't), they'd be able to see the mistakes I don't, they might take it wrongly...and I don't know...bully me? XD. I'm kinda scared to make enemies ya'know (●´□`)♡. But y'all have been so welcoming and loving despite my inconsistencies, for that, I will forever be thankful (OMG, this sounds like a goodbye.....BUT IT IS NOT, THIS IS LIKE A FLASHBACK OF SOME SORT OF MY JOURNEY XD). SO I welcome the comment setion again for  your thoughts ♥

ANYWAYS, There would def.be some changes. Might take a chapter, add one...but~! The essence would still be there~! I'd like to have you back with me when that day comes~♥ Hopefully, before my school work immersion (mandatory for 12th grade students....some kind of an On the Job training eme on February 10-21), and unfortunately if after. But I will be~! ＼（￣︶￣）／

BUT! BUT! I will be participating for the WangXian week~ Yay~! ♪ヽ( ⌒o⌒)人(⌒-⌒ )v ♪ Seven days of floff and fun everyone~! So until then, stay hydrated, have fun, eat foods and support MXTX writer and creators, ～(￣▽￣～)(～￣▽￣)～

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And also please, Pray for the Wuhan citizens. For the nurses and doctors that are trying their best to overcome the overwhelming pressure and stress. If you have any means to help, please do. I hope this outbreak passes over soon with a cure discovered.

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His eyes snapped open before the sun’s rays could even seep in between the slits of the blinds. After spending a handful of days in a brothel where technically there is no concept of night, he was always up before the sun was. But this time around, he wasn’t on the rush to sit up to clean himself up.

He didn’t have to rush on dressing himself up, or prepping his skin to look more radiant and blooming than he actually felt. He didn’t have to go to classes that will serve as a training so he’d be the perfect, docile omega for a random alpha. He didn’t have to feel the pressure of the depressing atmosphere on that place.

All because of this alpha that risked everything to save him, and he didn’t even know why.

It’s because you are mates. A small voice nagged at the back of his mind. A part of him believed so, and the latter part that remained trapped on that place refused to. Why would he risked so much for someone like him? And how in Moon Goddess did this alpha managed to track him down?

His train of thoughts ceased when the slumbering alpha shifted beside him, his Adonis like face turning towards his way. He felt a whoosh of breathe leave his chest as he stared at the alpha intently. Goddess, since when did lashes became this attractive? It was so long it could go on for days, and thick enough to frame his intricately shaped eyes. Dam it. Even if he was asleep, he still looked good.

He touched his own lashes absentmindedly. His were only average. Not as pretty as the other omegas that were front pages of the famous magazines. Hell, everything about him was average. How in Moon Goddess did he deserve this man? They were worlds apart. He was a broke ass omega, and his alpha was…Oh My Goddess, His alpha was out of his league.

“Morning, Wei Ying.”

He let out a small gasp. He didn’t even felt the man stir awake. A pair of startling golden eyes gazed into him as he remained still. The bed sheets rustled from underneath the covers that somehow they were able to share, as the alpha slowly sat up. A quiet yawn broke from his lips that almost made Wei Wuxian melt if he wasn’t already on the bed.

The bed shifted again, the softest mattress that he has ever slept on, dipping as the alpha shuffled on the other side of the bed. He felt a creeping feeling settling into his heart, a strange pang of loneliness as the alpha created distance between them. His slim fingers caught the alpha’s wrists before he could even help it himself.

His eyes widened in surprise of his own sudden impulse, before he quickly released his hold. “I-I’m Sorry I didn’t know what I was-”

“Wei Ying.” He felt his heart skip a beat from the mere sound of his name being called. It was such a mundane action, but he never thought it would feel so special for him. “There will be no apologies between us, there’s nothing wrong with what you desire.”

He felt his cheeks heat at his words. He was phrasing it as if he was doing something…inappropriate for kids. He just wanted to stay with him a little longer. In the bed. This was the first time he actually had a sleep where he didn’t wake up covered in sweat because of nightmares.

A soft caress on his cheeks made him jolt a little, before he relaxed upon realizing it was only him.  “It is okay. I’m also having a hard time keeping my hands away from you, but I must exercise restraint.” His index fingers glided under his lids, as If he was gently wiping a tear, even if there were none. “It wouldn’t be good if I would be forcing all of my affections into you after suffering such grueling days at that place.”

He felt himself swoon over his words, but the alpha wasn’t done making his heart pound yet. Not even close. His eyes widened comically as the alpha leaned in and pressed a gentle kiss on the top of his head. It was so chaste that he barely felt him, but it was enough to make him feel a lot of things. So much that it brought tears into his eyes.

The alpha leaned in closer to him and cupped his cheeks. Holding him delicately as tears flowed freely on his now flushed skin. “You can cry Wei Ying, tears could express many things that one’s mouth cannot. Pain is one of them. But I hope that the next ones you will shed, would be ones out of happiness.”

He bit his lips to keep himself from crying further. “Why are you so sweet!” He exclaimed as he hiccupped. “We haven’t even known each other that long.”

“Mn. But here.” The alpha pulled his hands over his chest. “It feels like I have. You are just lost…but now I have found you.”

“How the hell did you even do that?” he asked, smiling lightly.

Lan Wangji reciprocated the gesture with a smile of his own that almost blinded Wei Wuxian. It was as  if the Gods above bottled up all the radiance and warmth into the alpha’s smile. “Fate.”

Mornings weren’t his favorite part of the day. For Wei Wuxian, it was an extension of the day before, and should be spend sleeping. Anyone who were unfortunate enough to accompany him in the mornings, always blow their fuses and get impatient with him since he wouldn’t wake up properly. Twenty-years into his life, Wei Wuxian haven’t had this kind of experience that had him sitting up bright and early in the kitchen.

Lan Wangji, a man who was said to be born with a golden spoon, is currently dressed in a fluffy blue apron. He was moving seamlessly in between the countertop and the electric stove. Wei Wuxian watched in awe as he shook the pan, stirring the fried rice that were mixed with a few vegetables and onion leeks. Flame danced under the pan that almost took over the pan, but the alpha didn’t seem fazed at all. He quickly moved into the other boiling pot where there was what smelled like a simmering stew.

“Uhm, I-Isn’t this too much for breakfast?”

The Alpha turned towards him, giving him a view of the apron he was currently wearing. Wei Wuxia bit his lip, as he read the bold words that were written in intricate cursive strokes.

Kiss the Drop Dead Hot Alpha Cook.

His eyes went back and forth to the alpha, and into his apron, before he couldn’t hold his laugh in anymore. The alpha flushed under his gaze as he shook his head. “It was a gift, from my brother.” He didn’t seem fazed but the way the tip of his ears glowed a bright shade of red betrayed him.

Wei Wuxian wiped the tears that escaped the sides of his eyes, “Mhm, I doubt you would be vain enough to buy yourself that apron Lan Zhan.”

A moment of silence settled between them, with the exception of the simmering stew. Wei Wuxian’s jaw hung open, as he realized the small nick name that he had made. Sht. Did he push his boundaries too far? He bit his lip, a long string of apologies already at the tip of his tongue when the alpha closed the distance between them and wrapped his hands with his. “Say it again.”

“S-say what again?”

“My name…Wei Ying.”

“L-Lan Zhan?” he asked with a little edge of inquiry in them. He felt comfortable with the alpha calling him with his name, but him reciprocating the gesture feels like…they were closer than before.

“Mhn. Once more.” He asked, with an obvious happiness mirrored in his eyes. He wasn’t much of a smiler, but damn, that smile make him drop his undies in a single snap. It held such precious expression that he felt his heart melt. How could such a mundane things as calling his name mean this much to him?

But if this much could make him happy, he will make sure to make sure to do so every single day. “Lan Zhan.” he repeated once more, but  with the same affection as the alpha would every time he would call his.

“Mn. Wei Ying…”

He laughed lightly, before he pressed a cool hand to the alpha’s cheek. “Lan Zhan~”

“Wei Ying,” he repeated to him, his face inching closer.

Wei Wuxian smiled lightly before turning his head to the side, “Mhm, I know my own name. Now go back to your cooking or else we will dine on a burned on a burned breakfast.” Wei Wuxian almost laughed out loud at how the alpha looked so turn between walking away from him and finishing their breakfast.

“Lan Zhan…the breakfast might burn.” He urged again. This time, the alpha moved away from his touch, albeit, reluctantly. His shoulders were visibly slouched lightly as he walked back to the stove. Wei Wuxian smiled at him, his legs swinging lightly underneath him as he placed his chin over his folded arms. His alpha looked so hot and cute at the same time sulking.

After a few agonizing minutes, their breakfast is now served into a table that Wei Wuxian helped on preparing. Silver utensils were lined up beside intricate ceramic plates that it almost made him shy to use it. It just looks so expensive, but when the dishes were placed, all he could see and smell were the mouth-watering dishes his alpha personally cooked.

“Who would’ve thought that you can cook Lan Zhan?” he asked in-between bites, scarfing the delicious food like a starved animal.

“I can’t.” Wei Wuxian paused, his hands hovering midair. Did he heard it wrong?

“Y-you can’t Lan Zhan?”

“Mhn.”

“But you did all those…flipping thingy with the pan. You flipped the fried rice into your pan as if you were doing it for years.” He looked like a Michelin-Star Restaurant chef. The rice was flying a few inches from the pan that he was reeling on his chair, scared that it won’t fall back into the pan safely.

“It was my first time.”

“First time? Really?” He remarked in disbelief. As a college student who were cooking o his own for years, his alpha looked way more skilled than he is…and yet? He even looked confident, what in Moon Goddess is this sorcery.

His alpha nodded as he began eating a spoonful of his own cooking. “Then how did you-?” he asked again.

“I watched a YouTube video.” He explained simply.

“You watched a YouTube video?” he repeated to which the alpha nodded in confirmation.

Now he’s more curious. He stared at the glowing sheen of butter that coated the rice on the right amount, and the veggies that added color into the dish. For a first timer, this looked like something out of a five-star restaurant. He licked his upper lip in excitement and shoved a spoonful of the rice into his mouth.

He chewed slowly as the alpha watched him with some sort of trepidation. He dipped his spoon into the small bowl and ate it in tandem with the rice. He drank half of his glass of water before smiling at his alpha, “Lan Zhan…why did you stop eating?”

He was silent for a while, his eyes going back and forth to him and the meal in front of them. His smile widened as he realized what the alpha was trying to convey. “Oh, Did you want to know if it tasted good?”

The alpha nodded hesitantly, making Wei Wuxian laugh lightly. “Don’t worry, Lan Zhan. For a first timer, yours tasted really good.”

Wei Wuxian thought that the compliment wasn’t enough since his alpha stayed quiet. His alpha was staring intently at the dish like it was the most interesting thing in the world.

“It was really good Lan Zhan! Look I’ll have some more.” The alpha ducked into his meal, his omega remaining oblivious to the innuendos he had just made that embarrassed the alpha into oblivion.

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“Lan Zhan, are you sure I can’t do the dishes?”

“I’ll do this. Rest.”

“But you didn’t let me wipe the table too.”

“Mn. Rest.”

“You’re the one who cooked the breakfast.”

“Mn.”

“Am I just gonna sit here and be pretty?”

“Mn.” He turned around to give Wei Wuxian a nod. ”Very Pretty.” He turned back into his domestic affairs as if he didn’t just shoot Wei Wuxian’s heart with a cupid’s arrow. Wei Wuxian disguised his embarrassed squeak with a cough that soon became real. His eyes glistened with tears as he slam a fist onto his heaving chest. His hands reached for something, anything, just as his alpha slid a glass of water in his hands. He took the glass gratefully and slowly drank the entire glass. “I thought I was gonna die, t-thanks Lan Zhan.”

Lan Zhan replied with those dazzling smile of his once again before kissing the top of his head. “Always,”

He flushed under his soft ministrations but he didn’t bother hiding his reaction and just melted into a puddle of sweetness on top of the table. Mostly because he didn’t want to choke again and partly because there’s no way escaping this man’s romantic attacks. He let the cold surface of the table cool his heated cheeks as he tried to will his pounding heart. He’ll have to be careful around his alpha or else he’ll get an unwarranted heart attack anytime.

“Tired?” His alpha asked, placing a hand on top of his head. Wei Wuxian closed his eyes for a bit, loving the feeling of his hair being stroked lovingly. He wasn’t particularly tired, he wasn’t given a chance to a lift a single finger ever since he woke up after all. He shook his head and smiled sheepishly at his alpha. “Mhm, not at all.”

“Then, we can go to your doctor’s appointment today?”

“Doctor’s appointment?”

His alpha nodded, “I didn’t want to make you panic waking up in a place with a lot of people you didn’t know, so I decided to take you home for a while. Do you want to go now?”

Wei Wuxian sat up straighter and bit his lip. “Why?”

“Why?” His alpha repeated, confused as to why did his omega looked tense than he did a few seconds ago.

“Why did you want to go to the doctor…do you want to confirm if they…” he held his tongue before he could say something unspeakable. His hands tangled nervously on his lap as he plastered a smile. He couldn’t blame his alpha if he wanted to know. He came from such a place where sexually transmitted diseases are highly possible after all.

“Did they?” his alpha asked in a surprisingly gentle tone, not in an accusing way that he’d feared him to.

He shake his head furiously. “N-No…I-I…I didn’t let them, I was only dancing and I-They didn’t-”

“I believe you.”

“You b-believe me?” he asked in surprise, his eyes meeting he eye of his alpha who held nothing but love, and care within them.

Lan Wangji nodded before cupping his cheeks close, “I do. Always.”

“What if I was lying?”

“Would you lie to me?”

“No!” He exclaimed shutting down the thought immediately. How could he lie to the very person that have given him everything that he never thought he’d be able to have? “I wouldn’t lie to you I promise! Cross my heart and hope to-” an index finger silenced him before he could even continue his words.

“You could promise anything, but none of that. I don’t think I’d be able to bear the thought of you being parted from me now that I have you.”

“You’re making me cry again.” He grumbled hitting the alpha’s chest lightly.

Lan Wangji thumbed the tears lightly, “Are you happy?”

“More than happy!” he exclaimed resting his palms over the alpha’s chest before placing his cheeks on top of them. “Really, really Happy.”

“Then it is fine. As long as you’re happy Wei Ying.”

“Lan Zhan, I change my mind. I am not happy.” He hissed into his alpha’s ear as he clung onto his arm for his dear life. They were currently trudging the hallways f the private hospital that apparently have been working with the Lans, since his Lan Zhan was just a mere blotch of dot on an ultrasound. Everything was shining, shimmering, and incredibly splendid. Even the potted plant on the corner looked more expensive than him He must’ve been exaggerating, but it looked like a place for the elite with how it looked like, perfect for a person as famous as his mate.

Holysht. His mate was a well known person. He was a company owner for Moon Goddess sake, how did he forgot that important fact? He took a quick look around just in case there were some kind of paparazzies in the area. He wouldn’t want his alpha to and up in the papers with a big headline of something ridiculous and obviously made up. He looked like a giraffe staring at the empty hallways, but he needed to be sure, His alpha didn’t wear those disguise thingy he’d been seeing in the movies after all.

“Wei Ying, is there something wrong?”

He continued looking around them, especially the back as he shook his head, “No, just watching out for some paparazzi ambush. Is it okay for you to be seen in a hospital with me? Not that I care since you obviously look good on your Outfit today,” to emphasize his point, he did a quick elevator stare at his alpha. He cursed mentally, as he once again got floored as to how his alpha looked so damn edible with a white fluffy turtleneck, a long brown coat, pants and sleek dark brown shoes. “Why do you look so good anyway, aren’t you supposed to wear something that makes you look ugly and unrecognizable to the public?” he was full of questions, lots of them. But Lan Wangji, looking so dashing as he always did, allowed a plebeian like him to cling onto his arm like some monkey. Sht, did he looked  like a monkey?

“You look good too Wei Ying.” His mouth slack open before he looked at his own outfit. It wasn’t even his. He just wore what his alpha arranged for  him, since apparently, under the days they have spent together, he was able to prepare a full walk-in closet of clothes for him. As in an entire room full of clothes that is incredibly close for the style of his liking. His white polo fits him perfectly as if it was tailored for him and so was the dark jacket he wore over it. The shoes that doesn’t usually falls under any size offered by the mall, fits his feet like a glove. It was like he was wearing nothing, despite the obvious sight of white sneakers on them.

“I know…”he admitted without missing a bit before looking up to his partner, ”What I’m curious about is how in Moon Goddess did you know about my size? I mean my shoes, my feet are one of a kind. Not quite half, not a full inch over nine.”

“I had them made.”

“M-made?”

“Mn.”

Wei Wuxian was floored. There’s gotta be more than a dozen pair of shoes in the walk-in closet, at least on his side since his Lan Zhan occupies the left side of the room. In contrary to his style though, his Lan Zhan’s outfits were more on the pristine look, something that a modern royalty would wear. But then again, he owned a large-scale entertainment company. His net worth gotta be more than a handful of digits that they would look like someone’s cellphone number.

And he was like what, broker than someone who only had a handful of paper bills in his pocket? The only money he had was the small coin he picked up from under the bed they slept on. He can’t even use that coin to afford any necessities let alone a candy. That needs to change.  “Lan Zhan, can you help me find a part time job?”

Lan Wangji paused in his step to look at his mate, “A job?”

“Yes”, he said nodding eagerly. “A part time job.” He had made a series of bad decision for the past times but he will start making good ones right now. At least for his mate who is resolved on keeping them together.

“Mn. What do you want to do?”

“Y-you’ll allow me?”

Lan Wangji tilted his head slightly in confusion, “Do you not want to?”

“Y-yes, I mean I do, I do want to work. But I-” He didn’t expect such answer from an alpha. Usually they’d go on about how an omega should always stay at home, be a parent, make babies, and clean the house while they wait for their alpha to go home.

“Wei Ying, I will not prohibit you to do anything, as long as you are happy, then it is okay for me.” How stupid of him to think that his mate would be like those mainstream asshole alphas. This was Lan Wangji after all. The First man with a large entertainment company to open his door for omegas. Most of the omegas that are famous internationally now are under his management and all of them had glowing praises for their C.E.O that had given them the opportunity the others wouldn’t. Such a foolish man he was.

He made a face and cuddled his alpha’s arm, “Then why are we in the hospital Lan Zhan, I hate hospitals.”

He felt his alpha stiffen under his hold, making him smile, “This and that are different Wei Ying. We need to know if you are in good health.”

He smiled and fall into the same pace as his alpha as they got closer to the office of the doctor. “I know.” Somehow, as short as he had been with his alpha, he’s starting to understand the kind of man he was.

Wei Wuxian’s was at the end of his wits as they waited on one of the chairs outside the doctor’s office. He wasn’t a coward per se, but there was an inherent nervousness that comes along when he was in a very, very, very, very quiet place. It keeps him on his toes, but in an uncomfortable way. He tends to jump on a lot of things and loose focus when he’s nervous. Right now, he feels as if he was going crazy.

“Lan Zhan, is the doctor in yet?”

His alpha flipped the page of the current Hospital magazine on his hand before answering his omega’s question for the nth time since they sat. “Not yet, Wei Ying.”

“When is he going to arrive?”

“Thirty minutes at most, the receptionist said that she’s on an emergency home call.”

“She?” he asked, raising a brow.

“Mn.”

It was as if the heaven’s above stirred and the skies have darkened as he loosened his hold on his alpha.“A woman?”

“Mn.”

“And you mentioned earlier that she’s also your doctor?”

“Mn.”

“Private Doctor?”

“Family Doctor.”

“Still she was your doctor?”

“Mn.”

Wei Wuxian’s breathe got caught on his throat as he stared as his alpha who was still reading in disbelief. His mouth parted as if he was about to say something, but he shut it immediately. No. He can’t jump into conclusions. Having a female doctor doesn’t mean they have something going on. Wait, is he even into girls? Wait, he was partnered with someone who was obviously a man like him, he didn’t got to ask if he was alright with it.

There were little to no news about him being linked to any celebrity, or to anyone after all. They were quickly shut down by the readers themselves since Lan Wangji being involved to someone was next to impossible. And now the fates have taken it from themselves to partner him with someone, a man to boot.

He sated at his alpha with wide eyes, “Lan Zhan,”

“Mn?”

“Do you really-”

“Ah, Wangji, this must be your partner, if I’m not mistaken?”

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“Yes, this is my partner, Wei Wuxian. It’s good to see you again Dr. Shen.” Lan Wangji replies politely before bowing respectfully. Wei Wuxian whose mouth was slightly agape made his courtesy with his alpha but his mind was miles away from where his physical body was.

“I’m sorry I’m late, my niece sprained his leg from playing too much. I hope I didn’t make you wait too long?” A woman who seemed to be in her late forties asked as he unlocks the door to her office. She was wearing a simple casual clothes and a pair of thin-framed glasses that sparkles under the light like the grays in her hair would.

“Not at all, ” his alpha replies as he was still too caught up in his realization, that the female doctor he was cursing from the heaven’s and back, was a woman probably in her late forties. Someone with a niece for Goddess’ sake.

“Well, since the patient and his guardian are here, let’s get started with your check-up I guess?” He nodded silently, clear shock still obvious on his face. The doctor just smiled warmly at him before hanging her coat on the rack and exchanging it for a white coat. “I apologize for the mess in my table, I just got here from a vacation trip with my husband and I haven’t quite separated what’s a prescription and what are the scribbles I make when I am staring into a blank space. The both of you can sit down on the couch while I prepare some tea.”

“Thank you.”

Lan Wangji quietly ushers his mate to one of the chairs before settling beside him. As soon as they sat down and the doctor wasn’t within earshot, Wei Wuxian shuffled closer to his mate before whispering. “S-she’s your doctor?”

Lan Wangji shook his head, “No. Her husband is my doctor. Doctor Shen is your doctor.”

“M-My Doctor?”

“Mn. I don’t think you would be comfortable in another male’s presence, let alone an alpha so I asked my Doctor a favor if his Omega Wife could take you in as one of her regular patient. She is a doctor well-versed in Omega Anatomy and healthcare. She is also a close friend of the family.”

“Now don’t make me sound like I’m already someone great, I’m still working on a few thesis and studies myself.” The doctor jests lightly.

“Mhm, The topic you picked was very interesting.”

“Usually, I would ask your opinions, but I think your mate is about to pass out. Are you nervous A-Xian?”she asks with a motherly smile that Wei Wuxian was blinded and overwhelmed for a shot while.

“M-me? N-no. No I’m not nervous. Nice to meet you, I’m Lan Zhan, Wei Wuxian’s partner.”

“He is nervous about hospitals.” His alpha supplies on his jumbled statement.

“Lan Zhan!” he exclaimed hitting his shoulder lightly.

“You are as energetic as the omega of your alpha’s brother.” The doctor laughed lightly as he placed the cups on a saucer in front of the couple, “Though I couldn’t blame you, hospitals can be quite intimidating. But trust me, I’ll always have your back. We omegas needs to stick together.” She added giving Wei Wuxian a wink.

Weu Wuxian returned the gesture with a genuine smile of her own. It’s good to know that someone has his back too, just like it was back in the Hidden Sun-wait. Moon Goddess. How could he have forgotten about them? He turned to his alpha and squeezed his arm. “Lan Zhan, what about my other omega friend, C-Chu Hua, and the kid, A-Yuan?”

“They are fine, my brother and his omega accompanied them to Dr. Shen’s other clinic yesterday. You were also supposed to have your check-up yesterday but I wanted you to rest for a bit.”

“They’re okay?” Wei Wuxian asked close to tears, his hands were grasping at his alpha’s tightly but he made no complaint.

“If you are pertaining to that fiery omega who would ask 5 questions every 5 minutes and wouldn’t let me perform any tests to the young alpha without him trying it first, then they are perfectly fine. A little malnourished and lacking a few vitamins, but there’s nothing a few days rest and healthy foods wouldn’t fix.” The doctor answered with a motherly smile. “Don’t stress about them since they are in good hands, let’s worry about you today, okay?”

“O-okay.”

“Mhm. My policy in my office usually includes kicking the alpha out of the room if I could help it, but from my knowledge that you have just met and a fated pair even, I wouldn’t do something cruel to you. Unless C.E.O Wangji  have been doing something that he shouldn’t be?” She asked, raising a brow at the alpha.

Wei Wuxian shook his head immediately, his hands shaking wildly, “No, No, Lan Zhan has been very good to me! The best even! He wouldn’t even let me lift a single finger in the house. He cooks, he cleans, he helps me all the time. I wouldn’t ask for anyone other than him!” he blubbers missing the sight where a pink tinge was flushing his alpha’s fair skin.

“Now this is a rare sight, C.E.O Wangji has never been this flustered before, he didn’t even cry when he was brought here for vaccine. I think it’s my mistake to worry about you newlyweds since you are as lovely as you can be to each other, Right?”

Wei Wuxian beamed, liking the fact that someone who have known his alpha since he was young have acknowledged their relationship. He curled his arms around his alpha’s arms and nodded, “Mhm!”

“I hate to break this lovely pair you are making right now but A-Xian needs to change into his gown so we can arrange his Check-up, oh and please fill this cup with your urine.” She requested, offering a clear cup that is about the length of a person’s index finger.

Wei Wuxian stared at the cup in his hands, “The entire cup?”

The doctor laughed, “not really. We’ll settle on what you can give A-Xian.”

“Oh, okay. I’ll be right back, Lan Zhan.” Wei Wuxian waved at his alpha before he walked towards a door labeled with the bold letters. SUPPLY CLOSET.

He peeked at the door before grinning at his alpha, “Oops, sorry that was the supply closet. Is this the right door?” he asked pointing at the one on the other side, the one labeled with the bold letters. COMFORT ROOM.

“Yes, that’s the one A-Xian. Take your time. Your mate is really Lovely, isn’t he?” Doctor Shen commented as they watch Wei Wuxian disappear into the correct door.

“He is.” Lan Wangji, the corners of his mouth tipping slightly.

“Deep breaths A-Xian, it wouldn’t hurt much just don’t hold your breath.”

“But that’s a big ass syringe, won’t that make me bleed to death if you remove that?” Wei Wuxian asked with obvious trepidation in his eyes. He was gripping his alpha’s arms hard as the doctor wrapped an elastic string around his left bicep. His eyes widened like saucers when the doctor started rubbing alcohol into his skin to cleanse the area.

“It won’t make you bleed that much. I will only take a few amount so we can process it for blood work and check for any complications. But there’s no event that may lead to that, am I right?” With his consent, Lan Wangji explained to the doctor as to why they are currently asking for a full body check-up for the omega. It made him slightly nervous since this was someone outside of their relationship, someone who could decide what she will feel without considering his feelings. He was proven wrong. The Doctor expressed his empathy and even gave him a firm hug and a comforting hold on his hand. It made him tear up a bit since she had been nothing but hospitable despite only meeting Wei Wuxian today.

Wei Wuxian shook his head. “No physical contact other than half-dragging me where they want to be, and a few sedatives I guess?” His alpha tensed beside him. Lan Wangji knew of this beforehand since places like that uses underhanded measures to get what they want, but hearing it from his omega as if it was a normal occurrence made him feel mad and mostly sad.

“Did you get any bruises from it, Do you feel any dizziness after waking up?” Dr. Shen asked almost immediately as she skimmed the omega’s skin.

“None that I think off. If I did get one, it may have faded already since I don’t get bruised easily.”

“I’ll have you scheduled for X-ray after this okay? Just to make sure you didn’t have any injuries that we didn’t know, an MRI will do to I guess.” Wei Wuxian was about to protest, but with the combined worry of the two, he relented and just agreed. It wouldn’t hurt to check even if he didn’t feel anything wrong with him anyway.

“Okay, first up blood work.  Breath in, then release when I tell you to. You can look away if you want to.” Wei Wuxian grabbed the hem of his alpha’s shirt and dug his head into his stomach as the doctor ripped the packaging of the syringe. Just the sound of the plastic packaging makes goosebumps rise on his skin and the memories of when he was younger resurface.

He never liked the idea of blood and syringes generally due to the incident when he was younger. A young intern nurse was tasked to take his blood for a blood typing he needed for school. To make the long story short, he was too scrawny that time that the intern nurse had to poke him thrice before she was able to take a blood sample. He held no grudge and made no move to file for a case, but it hurt so damn much that he never liked syringes ever since.

“Lan Zhan, don’t leave me if I faint okay?”

“I won’t.”

Wei Wuxian closed his eye tight as she felt Dr. Shen wrap her arms around her arm, “on the count of three, I’ll push the needle in, okay?” Wei Wuxian nodded without a word and hugged his alpha more firmly. He counted in his head as the doctor counted,

One, two-OW!

“What in-that wasn’t on three!” He complained like a child making the doctor smile as she pulled the plunger back.

“but it hurt less than you expected it to be, right?” The doctor commented as she secured the blood sample into a separate container. He let out a huff and rubbed the sore spot that is now covered with a cotton and a surgical tape to keep it in place. “It stings.”

“It’ll fade away, just keep it elevated for a few moments.  For now, let’s take a sample of your scent.”

“M-My scent?” he asked in surprise.

“Yes, your alpha told me that your omega records were completely wiped out. We’ll have to start from scratch while they dig those records back up.” The doctor explains.

Wei Wuxian bit his lip, acquiring a scent sample includes a quite peculiar way. Usually, a scent is only noticeable when a person is experiencing an extreme kind of emotion. Extremely happy, extremely sad, extremely angry, or extremely horny. O those moments. The scent glands located on an omega’s nape, the side of the neck in alpha’s, the wrists for both, thighs for the omega, secretes oil that mirrors the scent of the person. A scent patch is usually used to suck the leaking oil to keep record of it.

Of all the conditions that will achieve those, there’s obviously only one option that they could do on a short notice.

“If you are shy about it, I could wait and you can just send it to me on the next day.” The doctor offered seeing the indecisiveness in the omega’s eyes.

“N-No, we’ll do it now. Lan Zhan will help me.“

The Doctor smiled widely and pulled a couple of scent patches from her drawers, “it’s about time to update yours too anyway C.E.O Wangji. Be sure to take at least three for each of you okay? I’ll be outside to take a small snack. Take your time, but not too long okay? There are scent diffusers on the cabinet under the sink.”

Wei Wuxian took the scent patches on his right hand, and his alpha’s hand on the other, “We won’t take long.”

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The door clicked softly behind them as Wei Wuxian shut the door of the bathroom close, he reached for the switch on the wall and flipped it. The light blinked a little before dimply illuminating the 2-cubiccle bathroom. Wei Wuxian pulled his silent alpha further inside the room before placing the scent patches in front of the sink. He took a deep breath before facing his alpha.

“Lan Zhan, ” he starts.

“Mn?” his alpha answered quietly.

“You know, I used to deny that Fated Mates exist? It was like a fairytale that only damsel princess get to have.” he whispers. They were both quiet for a while, only the sounds of the water dripping from somewhere, echoing in the room. Wei Wuxian shifted on his feet as he leaned, his hands splayed into the counter. “But I do believe it now.  I do, and I know we haven’t met each other for long, but I believe that you are that for me. I’ve liked you for a long time, an artist at least. You were really admirable after all. I thought it was only a some sort of a crush, something a fan have for his idol, but now that you are here, now that I could feel you here, I think it could be more.”

Wei Wuxian wasn’t used to talking about his feelings in a serious manner. He always joke around or hide it with a small, but the truth is, It makes him feel all shy and flustered at most. But if facing something that he wasn’t used to could help their current relationship to move forward, he’s open to do anything. He’s all in, he just wished Lan Wangji would too.

A warm palm snaking on his cheeks made him look at his alpha, a small gasp escape his lips as he saw the intensity shining through the golden irises of the alpha. It was so vibrant he swore it was luminescent. “I do. You are here” he answers emphasizing his point by pulling him closer, “You are my fated mate Wei Ying…”

“L-Lan Zhan.” He whispered.

“I have already told you, I am yours,” his alpha whispered as he dragged his nose before whispering into the omega’s ears, “as you are mine.”

Wei Wuxian’s hands grabbed his alpha’s clothes mindlessly as the scent of sandalwood permeated the enclosed area of the bathroom, washing off the generic scent of the cleaner. “B-But I’m a man, are you sure?”

Lan Wangji kissed the ears of his omega softly before pushing his waist closer to the omega’s middle. It was adorable for him to ask that when they have already spent the night sleeping side by side and doing what supposedly intimate partners do, “No. You’re the one that I want.”

“Really?” Wei Wuxian asked in a tone that is closed to moaning. The feeling of his alpha’s thighs rubbing over his midsection creates the relishing kind of friction that had him standing on the tip of his toes to chase that feeling. “I’ve always been attracted to guys-”

A small growl rumbled from the alpha, making Wei Wuxian stop. “No talking about other guys,”

“Mhm…Yes Lan Zhan.” He replies kissing the alpha’s cheeks. “Do you find me really attractive Lan Zhan?” he asks as he snakes his arms around the alpha’s midsection, into the part where his inner shirt was tucked into the alpha’s pants. He maneuvers his hands inside, sighing happily as his hands got in contact with alpha’s warm back. “Cause I find you really edible Lan Zhan.” Wei Wuxian emphasizes his point by biting the alpha’s neck lightly, just above where the alpha’s scent gland was.

A shudder runs past the alpha’s hunched form over the omega as he pulls away. Wei Wuxian looks up to him with hooded eyes as he licks his lips, “Oops, I couldn’t hold myself back…sorry Lan Zhan.” Lan Zhan let’s out a sliver of breath as he touched the delicate lips of the omega.

“I’ll kiss you.” He mutters just before he leaned in to capture the omega’s lips into his. Wei Wuxian moaned as he shut his eye s close. His soft vanilla jasmine scent fused with the alpha’s as the room was suddenly flooded with an erotic scent of a mingling alpha and omega.

Lan Wangji deepened the kiss as he slowly worked his way on the omega’s pants. The belt clinked in the quiet room as Wei Wuxian pulled slightly. “What are you doing Lan Zhan?”

Lan Zhan lifted the omega’s hips before pulling the pants down as he placed him on top of the sink counter. “Getting your scent into the patches.” He whispered as placed one in between his lips and placed one on the omega’s inner thighs. Wei Wuxian shuddered at the sight before pulling the one in between the alpha’s lips, “Then I should get one from you too.” He leaned in for a kiss again as he placed a scent patch over the alpha’s neck. He moaned in between the kisses as Lan Wangji rubbed his hand over the two scent patches that are firmly placed on both of his thighs.

They peppered each other with more kisses before Wei Wuxian pulled away to place the used scent patch on the alpha’s neck. He licked his lips before whispering, “One down, two more to go.”

= = =

“Are you guys decent?” the doctor asked as she knocked on the door from the outside. Wei Wuxian grabbed the can of scent diffuser and sprayed the entire room again for a good measure before taking his seat beside his alpha. He felt kinda envious of his alpha since he looked like as fresh as he came here, whereas he looked like someone dumped a pound of blush into his face.

The doctor entered the room holding a cup of coffee and a plate of pastries on the other. “Sorry, I had to ask. Some couples tend to get frisky and actually do it. I’m used to people’s nudity but that doesn’t mean I’m open to see it every day.” she remarks laughing lightly.

Wei Wuxian pouted silently on his seat as his alpha shifted uncomfortably beside him. He wanted to tell Lan Wangji a big ‘See, she won’t mind…that much’, after the alpha shut down his advances on relieving the both of them. He was very adamant over the fact that they’d only be taking Scent samples. Nothing more, nothing less. At least that’s what he made certain at that moment.

“You can have some of these, A coworker made them so it’s free.” Dr. Shen offered pertaining to the cookies on the plate she brought. Wei Wuxian leaned in a grabbed a few bites before slumping back on his seat, still sulking. Just when he thought they could do something sexy after they made their intentions on each other known, his Lan Zhan just had to stop them. He just had too.

I mean, he wasn’t that brazen to insist that he and his alpha continue what they started since their objective was to obtain samples of their scents, but still it somehow made him and his omega upset. It was a matter of being declined on the heat of the moment, being a normal human’s rationale off the table. Putting his annoyance aside, he was a tiny little bit glad that his alpha manage to restrain himself for them both. He didn’t want their first time to be in a bathroom, a beautiful elite bathroom but it would still be nice if they went through the ceremony in their home. For that important reason, he decided to forgive his alpha a bit. Just a little bit.

The doctor slips in a pair of latex gloves as she placed the used scent patches on separate labeled cases,“I’ve already talked to the X-ray and MRI technicians. I had them move your appointment to the day you’ll return to claim the results for your tests. The both of you can go home and, unwind. I could tell that things got too intense for the both of you.”

Wei Wuxian grumbled in his seat as he bit the cookie with more force than necessary. He bet his ass they did. He could still feel his omega stirring within him, impatient to get their alpha’s hands on them, again. He’d love to be in a space where they scents mingle, as it should. His lips still felt sore from their spur of the moment hard kiss, but he wanted more.

“Thank you, Doctor Shen.” Lan Wangji stated as he gave a respectful bow into the doctor. Wei Wuxian chewed his cookie immediately and followed his alpha’s suit. “Thank you for accommodating us warmly.

“Such polite young men, but you’re making me feel like I’m super old. This is my job after all, and I consider you as a close friend. You can always call me if something happens okay? And Oh, don’t forget the prescriptions I have written here. You can go purchase it on the pharmacy on your way out. I have a an appointment due in a few minutes so I can’t see you out, but I’m sure this gentleman here will help you.”

Wei Wuxian took the doctor’s prescription and smiled at the doctor as his alpha fetched their coat and jacket. “It was nice meeting you Doctor.”

“It was nice meeting you as well, I hope you’ll be patient with C.E.O Wangji here, he could be quite shy in his own way.”

“I will.”

The two of them exited the room with another expression of gratitude to the doctor before they fell into a steady pace towards the indoor pharmacy of the hospital. Wei Wuxian still felt the traces of their prior engagement so he still felt a little clingy towards his alpha. Not that the latter minded though since his arms was easily wrapped around the omega’s lower waist. They were about to turn to the hallway that leads to the kiosk when they heard a couple of familiar voices arguing in the hallway.

“How are we  supposed to buy clothes, it doesn’t even have arms and legs, yet.”

“But these are so cute! Those cute little Napa Cabbage designs are adorable! I’d like to get the one that says Daddy’s Little Prince, then we can get the family set that says King, of course you’re the quee-”

“What kind of sappy sht are you spouting Lan Huan, and what if the son is a daughter.”

“Then I’ll also take that o-”

“NO. No shirts or you’ll sleep outside of the room.”

Wei Wuxian’s eyes were impossibly wide, his mouth was hanging open as he point a finger at the couple who were at the opposite end of the hallway they were in. He stared at his alpha, then back at the couple. “L-Lan Zhan?”

“Oh Wangji! I didn’t know you were coming on for a check-up with A-Xian today?”

“I didn’t know you were also coming in for an appointment.” Lan Wangji responded.

A very, very, very, familiar face winced as he scratched his head, his eyes gazing the omega beside him for a fraction of a second before turning back to them. “I know, it was supposed to be a surprise since this is just our second appointment, but were supposed to have an ultrasound picture today!” the alpha exclaimed a very jolly, cheerful town as he hugged a suddenly silent omega beside him.

An omega he knew very well since they grew up together and lived on the same dorm room until graduation. The one he was able to coerce into making a Dance Crew and join Street dance competitions during their college days. “J-Jiang Cheng, is that you?”

The omega folded his arms into his chest and took an intimidating stance, “Who else would it be you idiot.”

“B-but, t-that’s-”

“Wanyin, the doctor advised that you shouldn’t stress yourself. It’s bad for our baby-”

“Shut it Huan, I’m dealing with something here. Stay there and be a good boy.” Jiang Cheng snapped, making the alpha sigh as he wrapped his arms around the omega’s mid loosely.

“Moon Goddess, B-baby? You have a baby!?” Wei Wuxian exclaimed in shock, then he pointed at the alpha beside his childhood friend, “W-with him…but h-he’s ”

Despite the warning of the omega beside him, the alpha beamed at him happily as he tugged Jiang Cheng closer to his body. “I didn’t expect to meet you under these circumstances, nor did I expect to tell you guys our big news, but it was nice finally meeting the omega that has my younger brother smitten. As I thought you might have known, I am his older brother, Lan Xichen.”

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Wei Wuxian’s fingers, went back and forth to the couple in front of them. The alpha who had some kind of resemblance to the alpha beside him, was still beaming wide despite the obvious irritation of the omega beside him. “Wait, you’re telling that this was the guy you have been meeting with secretly for the past few weeks we were last together? The one you have been drunk talking that you really, really like?”

“You’ve been talking about me?” Lan Xichen repeated, his smile getting impossibly bright and just plainly happy. He leaned closer into Jiang Cheng as he excitedly confirm if what the other omega said was true.

A flush of red covered jiang Cheng’s cheeks as he pushed the alpha’s face, “As if I’d do that.”

“How long have you guys been together?”

“We are celebrating our second monthsary-” / “Just recently.” The two answered at the same time. The alpha was the first one to complain as he gave his omega a wounded look. “Just recently? I thought you accepted my proposal to date when we met again?”

“You were dating for more than a month already!?” Wei Wuxian exclaimed clearly shocked. They were together for more than half of what his partner had confessed that they had been dating. How come he wasn’t able to snoop that his childhood friends partner was a Model slash superstar? He wasn’t that kind of someone who likes to pry on someone else’s business, but still “Why didn’t you tell me?”

Jiang Cheng’s embarrassment disappeared out of thin air as he quickly ate the distance separating them, “I could say the same for you. What in Moon Goddess were you thinking when you considered going through all those bullshts alone huh? Would it hurt for you to ask help from us?” each word were emphasized with the rising tone of the omega. Wei Wuxian can’t help but take a tentative step back into the comfort of his alpha. He casted his glance down to the floor in shame as he tried to put into words how awful he had felt.

“I’m sorry…”

“Bullsht. You graduated with flying colors and one of the top-ranking students in our class and you can’t even spare a little bit of your time and speak to my family of the matters that have been bugging you for a while now!? Would it hurt to say you needed help, that you can’t do it alone?”

“I didn’t want to trouble you guys more, you already arranged the funeral for my parents and I-”

“And you what? You don’t think we could spare you more if it meant that you won’t do anything reckless? You know for a fact that we would. Mother refuses to show it, but she was worried when you went out of contact for days you idiot!”

“M-Madam Yu?” Wei Wuxian asked in disbelief. That was unexpected. Jiang Cheng’s mother was nothing but strict whenever he came to visit the household for a dinner. The Matriarch of the family, despite being a Beta was the epitome of elegance without even trying. Her daughter who cam out as an omega takes after her beauty that rivals an omega, something that didn’t change despite her age.

“Yes,” Jiang Cheng hissed, “I didn’t have the heart to tell them since Shijie was staying with them and her pregnancy was sensitive and complicated. If she didn’t force me to return the scarf you left, Lan Wangji wouldn’t have found your scent, nor we have figured that you are missing for that reason.”

Tears filled his eyes but he refused to let them fall, his mortification trumps the feeling of sadness. He never thought that his actions would affect this many people in his life. He figured that it would’ve been better if he slip away from them without a single word. He knew that they cared for him, he never thought that it would be up to this extent. H was only the son of a family friend after all, there were no blood ties that connects him to either of them.

But despite that fact, they became a way for him to find his alpha.

“I c-can’t put into words how grateful I am for that, Jiang Cheng I-” Wei Wuxian starts but the omega silences him.

“We’ll have this talk for another day, we’re getting late on our appointment. I’ll meet you soon, you better appear then or else there’s no way you’re seeing my babies alive.”

“I-uhm-yeah, Congratulations…”

The omega gave him a two-finger-pointing-in-his-eye-gesture-then-back-to-him before giving an acknowledging nod at his alpha beside him, before pulling his alpha pass them. Lan Xichen gave him a smile again and waved before Jiang Cheng fully pulled him. “See you guys around!”

Lan Wangji placed an arm around his waist again before leaning his cheeks on top of the omega’s head,“Are you okay?”

“Better.” He replies, as he hugged the alpha too. “Much better now.”

When jiang Cheng told him that they’d meet sooner, he didn’t expect it that they’ll have lunch together. His alpha was silently skinning shrimps beside him before placing on his plate as he gawked at the couple quarreling before him.

“We’ll be splitting our bills,” Jiang Cheng snapped pointing his spoon at his alpha. “ I’m not going to repeat myself.”

Lan Xichen visibly deflated as he turned to his omega, “Can I treat you just this once?”

Jiang Cheng let out a small growl, “The last time you told me that you almost bought the entire baby section.”

“But-”

“You’re making the food taste bad, stop whining A-Huan and eat yours.” Jiang Cheng snapped again as he shoved a spoonful of noodles and some beef into his mouth. Lan Xichen zip his mouth like a scolded child and focused on his own meal.

He couldn’t help but giggle to himself as he watched how the alpha would steal glances at A-Cheng and sneak more meat on his bowl when he was looking. Here he thought that no alpha would be able to tame his brother’s temper. Well he did want him to end up a partner that would treasure him despite his temper, but no one told him it would be someone so famous. He can’t still wrap his mind over the fact that he was mated to Lan Wangji, who is now piling a lot of shrimps on his plate, not even once placing one on his own, and now his closest thing to a brother is pregnant with a superstar’s baby?

He slipped the chopsticks in between his fingers and started picking a few before placing it to his alpha’s plate, “Stop placing all of them in my plate Lan Zhan, have some more too.” He picked one skinned shrimp and dipped it in hot sauce before offering it to him, “Here, say aaah~”

Lan Xichen’s eyes widened as he placed his utensils down suddenly before exclaiming, “Wait A-Xian! Lan Zhan can’t-”

“Can’t…?” Wei Wuxian asked just as the alpha chomped the entire shrimp dripping with hot chili sauce. Lan Xichen watched with his jaw hung slightly open as his brother, who was never good with anything spicy, chew the food without a word.

“Mhm, Does it taste good Lan Zhan?” Wei Wuxian asked excitedly as he helped himself with a bite. He visibly shivered as he felt the capsaicin burned his taste buds in an almost euphoric sensation. He took another bite and completely submerged it with chili sauce before offering it up to his alpha once again, “Here have some more. Spicy foods are good in warming your body up!”

Once again, Lan Wangji accepted the bite without any resistance. He felt the perspiration slowly forming on his forehead and the burning sensation in his mouth with every bite his omega offered but made no move to make him stop. He was too overjoyed over the fact that he and his mate were sharing food on the same chopstick like any couple would.

A few more bites and Wei Wuxian started noticing the redness of the alpha’s cheeks. He places his hand over his cheeks, his head tilting in confusion, “Lan Zhan..? What’s wrong? Your face is so red.”

Lan Xichen winces as he pours a glass of cold water and pushes it towards his brother. “Lan Wangji isn’t that good with spicy things,”

Wei Wuxian’s eyes widens as he accepts the glass, “What? Lan Zhan why didn’t you tell me?” he started fretting over him and pulled tissues that was luckily on top of the table. He accepts the glass of water without a word and slowly empties the cold glass of water.

Jiang Cheng rolls his eyes as he watch his brother pour another glass of water, “I could say the sa-”

Wei Wuxian groans and turns to Jiang Cheng as he wipes his alpha’s forehead with the tissues, “Can you give me a few minutes before you start going after my ass again, pretty please? My Alpha looks like he tripped and got pounds of blush on his  face.”

“And whose fault was that?” he asked arching his brows.

“I-I didn’t know-”

“Yeah, cause you didn’t ask.” Jiang Cheng motions his hand back and forth to him and Wei Wuxian, “I’m feeling some sort of a déjà vu here, you know.”

Wei Wuxian sighs as he drops his tissues, “A-Cheng…I’m really sorry. I wasn’t thinking right that time-”

“Yes you’re not,” he agrees slurping a spoonful of broth from his bowl.

“-and I just made an overall bad decisions that could’ve killed my ass-”

“Yes you did,” he says pointing a chopstick at him.

“-and I should’ve asked for help to you guys.”

“Yes you should’ve,” Jiang Cheng growls, “You think I wouldn’t help you? You think my family wouldn’t help you? We practically grew up on the same neighborhood together.”

“Yeah, and you hate me, you always release your pet dog on me,”

“You know that, that isn’t the case, and don’t change the topic. You still have to reflect on your actions properly. We roped a handful of people just to pull you out from that place. Thank the ever-loving moon goddess that we were able to save you without any casualties.”

Wei Wuxian winced before nodding, “Yeah. I couldn’t take you more than enough for that. Lan Zhan also told me that you got my friends Chu Hua and A-Yuan out?”

Jiang Cheng’s face light up in recognition as he smirks, “Yeah, that omega was a piece of work. He took down a few alphas from Big Brother Binghe’s team when they tried to touch that young alpha.”

Wei Wuxian laughed lightly, “Yeah, that would be so like him. I just hope no one got hurt.”

“Oh, there were no casualties other than bruised egos that an omega can wipe their asses to the ground, it was a wonderful sight to see.”

Lan Xichen sighs as he shake his head, but with a small adoring smile on his face, “Only you honey would find that scene amusing.”

“What? It was badass.”

“I know, my heart almost stop when you went closer to him. What if he Judo-flipped you? You’re not the only one I’m taking care of here.”

“If I didn’t do that, he would’ve continued bruising the egos of the alphas around him. It helped that he kinda knew me from your stories.” Jiang Cheng commented looking at Wei Wuxian.

“Yeah…things are kinda bland inside and we can only entertain ourselves through talking about random stuff. I figured he was delighted to meet you too. They helped me a lot when I was inside. I was able to spend my days there as peaceful as I could…”

“Mn. Let’s visit them when we have the time.” Lan Wangji comments as he placed his sixth glass of water down.

“Okay.” Wei Wuxian comments with a smile.

The two couples fell into a comfortable rapport that there were no traces that the four of them had just met together today. They even shared memories from when they were young. Childhood stories of when his alpha was only a kid and already had long lines of kids admiring him and giving him chocolates. Jiang Cheng also offered embarrassing stories of Wei Wuxian as a form of retaliation after he spilled the details from when he was drunk. It earned him a few hits of chopsticks on his arm before his alpha held him back.

“Ouch, that hurt you know. I was gone for a while and you’re as sadistic as the day I left.”

“Yeah, Wanyin has a peculiar way of showing his love.” Lan Xichen joins in giving his mate a smile, “He just likes being angry, but he actually loves you.”

Wei Wuxian smiles and nods, “Yeah. A-Cheng is like that. I’m glad he found a level-headed guy that can withstand his tempers.”

Lan Xichen returns the smile and nods, “I’m Glad Wangji found you too. He had always been a quiet kid, having you around will definitely lighten things up. He tends to overwork himself sometimes.”

Wei Wuxian turns to stare at his alpha, “Not on my watch. We’ll have dinner every night together, I’ll cook.”

Jiang Cheng chokes on his food as he points his chopsticks towards the omega. “Never let that chilli demon cook, your taste buds will perish.”

Despite the warning and the horror on the other omega’s face, Lan Wangji agreed without missing a beat.  “Mhn,” Lan Wangji replies making Lan Xichen laugh.

“It will really be fun having you around, Lan Wangji becomes more obedient. Welcome to the Family A-Xian.” Lan Xichen trails smiling at him.

“I’m glad to be a part of your family too.”

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Their group soon father after they each bid goodbye-well except for Jiang Cheng who threatened on killing Wei Wuxian if he ever goes AWOL again. Lan Xichen ushered his omega on one of the cars before going off to the apartment that the two apparently shared. Was that the place where he stayed when he was picked up from when they last got drunk? He had a lot of questions but he didn’t think A-Cheng would answer them without hitting him at some point.

He flexed his arms and took a quick stretch. “Ah~! It’s so refreshing to quarrel with A-Cheng again. It was amazing to meet your brother too. He had the patience of the saint.” He trails as he rubs his hands together to retain heat on his cold palms. “He is perfect for that tsundere omega.”

“Mn.” Lan Wangji agrees before taking the hands of his omega and blowing over them. He rubbed his palms around the omega’s palms before breathing over his palms again. Wei Wuxian stood there in shock, as he heat flooded his cheeks. “L-Lan Zhan…”

“Still cold?”

“No.” He answers breathlessly. “Hot. Very Hot.” And if it continues, he’s sure he might combust on the spot. Luckily, a call interrupts their moement, saving Wei Wuxian from spontaneous combustion. The alpha fishes his phone from his pocket, quickly relaying the current place where they are.

He quickly ended the call and after a few minutes, a black benz pulls up, a bodyguard in black suit exits and opens the door at the back. Lan Zhan ushers him gently inside. Buckling the seatbelt himself, before closing the door. The same guard with the stark white hair open the doors on the other side as Lan Wangji slides back in.

“Good Evening sir, you mentioned making a short pit stop?” The driver asks as he looks in the mirror to make eye contact with Lan Wangji.

“Mn. At the Pharmacy.”

“Right away Sir.” The car starts up and proceeds to take the familiar path that Wei Wuxian usually takes when he buys that vitamin gummys he and his friends used to like buying. They soon pulled over at a stark white establishment with the glowing sign that says Dafan Pharmacy.

The driver looks over to them again, “Sir what should we-”

“No. Stay with my omega here. I already made the request, I’ll just pick it up.” He answers before turning to his omega. “Stay here.” Lan Zhan reprimands gently before looking over to the driver seat.”Turn the heater and seat warmers up Suibian.”

“Sure boss!” the driver answers cheerfully before turning up the notch a little higher. He felt his shoulders relax a little as the traces of jarring cold disappears completely. He looks over at his alpha who was unclipping his seatbelt.

He shifts to unclip his own seatbelt. “I’ll go with you-”

The alpha shook his head as he placed his palm over the omegas’ chest, “Stay here where it’s warm,” he placed a chaste kiss over the omega’s head before opening the door. “I don’t want you to get cold. I’ll be back soon.”

He flushes again and nods immediately placing a hand over his pounding heart. Moon Goddess. One of this days, he’ll faint from the surprise attacks of his alpha. The door closes with a low thud, leaving him with the pair of bodyguards Lan Wangji contacted to bring them home. He felt his lips turn up into a smile over his own admission.

He was already calling his alpha’s house his home.

A small whistle shakes him off of his own world followed by the small laugh of the driver. “That’s the first time we saw C.E.O Wangji so lovey dovey with someone. I thought I was dreaming.” The driver who seemed to bee an alpha in his early 20’s states as he flashed a cheeky, playful smile to him. “Nice to meet you Sir. I’m Suibian. C.E.O Wangj’s drive-Ow!”

“Sorry, I keep trying to teach him good manners but he keeps on acting like he’s friends with everyone.” The other bodyguard who was an omega on his early twenties cuts in as he gives Suibian a side glance“ I apologize in his behalf sir. I’m Bichen, his partner-”

“-and Boyfriend-” Suibian cuts in.

He was rewarded with another slap as the Omega’s pale skin quickly turn into a dark shade of red. He let out an embarrassed “Hngh.” Before hitting him again on his arm making the alpha yelp.

“Ow!-Ow!-Ow! Bichen!-”

Wei Wuxian laughs in amusement making the two stop in their playful banter. They seem very close. “You guys look so cute.” He remarks making the Suibian smile wider and Bichen blush harder. “Don’t worry on acting all familiar with me. I appreciate you guys trying to start the conversation, I don’t want us to be awkward since I’ll be around…a lot I guess.” He added awkwardly. He’d watched enough drama’s were servants deem their partners unworthy and starts bullying them. He cringed just thinking about happening.

“Oh, No worries Sir. We’re happy to have you in our Boss’ life. He needs some sweet loving, like what I get from my cool beauty here~!” he teases to which the other retaliated with a small slap on his arms again. “Stop it! We’re still on the clock!” Bichen hisses despite his cheeks getting even more redder.

Suibian feigns shock before putting up a serious expression. “Ah yes. Job and Love. Totally separate. I’ll behave like you asked me, but I get to claim my reward for being a good boy later, okay?” he states, flashing his partner a wicked grin, making Bichen blush again.

Wei Wuxian laughs lightly at their antics. It was great that omega’s like Bichen were also allowed to be on the line of work where usually Betas and alpha’s are the ones that are exclusively hired. His partner, the Alpha Subian seemed like a great person too. Their personalities were of the opposites, but they complement each other beautifully.

He looks onto the tinted windows and watch is alpha adjust his scarf, a small brown paper bag in his hand before walking back into the car. He eagerly opens the door before making a space for his alpha to sit. He blows onto his arms and rubs them gently before placing it onto his alpha’s cheeks. A smile breaks into his face as his alpha turns to look at him in the eyes. “Cold?” he asks softly

His alpha shook his head. “Warm. Very Warm.”

The sun have already set when the two arrived on Lan Wangji’s private residence. The warm rays of the sun casted a low glow over their home that made Wei Wuxian somewhat giddy to be back. Bichen opened the door for him and escorted him to the door while Lan Wangji stayed back to have a quick chat to Suibian about private matters. Whatever it was, it seemed important since Lan Wangji seemed…more serious than he usually is.

He sat at the foot of the door while the two bodyguards bowed before Lan Wangji, before going on their own way. He made a small wave, though unsure if the two in the front seat saw him. A smile made its way to his lips without him even knowing it as he waited for Lan Wangji to reach him. “Finished?”

Lan Wangji nodded before offering his hand to pull Wei Wuxian up. He accepted it and let him pull to his side, so close that he had to wrap an arm around his alpha’s waist the way the alpha’s arms were on his shoulders. It was quite amazing they have fall into such routine as if they were doing it for a whole while now. This must be how it feels to be with your fated mate, perfect, contented, and loved.

They both entered the quiet manor, the lights brightening the place as the alpha clapped his hands. He was gently ushered to the sofa, his coat removed from his shoulders. The alpha did the same to his and hung it by the door. “Are you hungry?” he asks as he fixed their coats.

Wei Wuxian nodded as he bounced on the sofa. “Famished…are you going to cook again?” he asked.

“Mn.” The alpha nodded as he knelt before the omega and slowly peeled off the socks off of his feet. He laughs a little, his feet extremely ticklish from the alphas gentle hold. Wei Wuxian wiggled his toes, a frown pasted on his face. “Again?”

The alpha tilted his head sideways, making the omega huff. “Let me do the cooking today. I won’t take no for an answer. We’ll be taking turns starting from today.” He declared.

“Okay.” The alpha answered as he peeled his own socks. He wouldn’t be able to say no to his omega. Not with that stubborn expression that suits him extremely.

Wei Wuxian pushes his self-off of the sofa and proceeds to push his alpha to the direction of the bathroom. “Go take a bath in the bathroom while I prep the ingredients.” The alpha went along the omega’s  whims and disappears in the bathroom as Wei Wuxian places a hand on his waist.

Wei Wuxian rubs his palms together, a small smile on his face as he eyes the “Time to do some cooking.”

He shuffles into the kitchen with a wide-eyed expression. He still hadn’t gotten over how everything seemed so…clean and expensive. He looked around, and started opening the cupboards and the refrigerator. He started pulling off a handful of vegetables, a bowl of ground meat and a few eggs. He placed them neatly on the counter and rinsed his hands before chopping the vegetables into thin strips.

He mixed the carrots, potatoes and peppers with the ground meat and some bread crumbs. He gently kneaded the meat as he added a few spices into it. He huffs a little when he saw that the condiment dispenser for the black pepper was already out. He flips the cupboards again, his eyes widening when he saw an extremely familiar condiment dispenser containing a red powder. He quickly reaches for it and excitedly added It to the meatball mixture.

He then started rolling them into small balls before setting them on the side on top of the wax paper. When the entire bowl was done, he flicked the stove and boiled a pot of water. He added a few spices and the other vegetables after a few minutes. After letting the flavors of the vegetables and spices mingle together, he started adding the meatballs in it. A few more minutes in, he started dropping the egg, watching it swirl and add a golden glow into the soup.

He smiled, proud that he was able to make an edible meal for his alpha. This was one of his favorite comfort foods during cold season, a small recipe he learned from his mom. He used to love the days his mother would cook the soup for his father and him while the snow piles up outside their home. Now, it was his turn to prepare this for his alpha.

While he was waiting for the meatballs to cook, he leaned into the counter. It should be a few more minutes before his egg drop soup was done. His eyes zoned into the phone that was connected into a speaker. He slide his index finger over the screen, his expression brightening up. He quickly scrolled into the music player, before settling on a familiar music that he used to practice back when he was in college.

The soft melodies of the piano and the strong beats of the drums flowed into the stereos, making him close his eyes. He slowly glided his arms over the music, his hands moving gracefully on his sides as he danced around the spacious kitchen. The song hits a strong crescendo as he spread his arms wide before spinning into a graceful twirl. His arms stiffens suddenly when he felt a pair of eyes staring as he danced. He stops almost immediately his eyes staring back at his alpha with a terrified expression.

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He could almost hear his omega’s heart as if it was pounding at his ears. He could see the way blood drained from his normally flushed face as he took a shaky exhale. Fear. Was reflected from his eyes, an expression that made his soul ache. It wasn’t an expression he never wished for his omega to have. His omega moved his hands closer to hug his shaken self as he plastered a smile at his face. “L-Lan Zhan, I d-didn’t notice you coming in.”

The alpha stood a few feet away from his omega, fresh from the bath with his hair still dewy and wet. He hesitantly place the towel down at the hamper before slouching his shoulders a little. He relaxed his stance before letting his own scent permeate the air a little. The knot that formed at the pit of his stomach relaxed a little when he noticed him relax even for the slightest bit.

“L-Lan Zhan?” he asked in a small voice after a few minutes.

“Wei Ying…” he slowly moved closer, his eyes not missing the way his body shifted a little to stand back from him. He stood at the other side of the counter table, and placed his hands over the flat surface. “You are safe here.” He consoles him.

He stiffens a little as he grimaced. “I-uhm….I was just surprised. I didn’t me-”

“It’s okay. This is our home. No one will hurt you here.”

He shook his head, his hands visibly trembling. “I-I know that. I-I just…I didn’t-”

“It’s okay to be scared...” The alpha speaks in a soft tone as he moves closer to his omega, his stance still relaxed to appear non-threatening.

“But I shouldn’t be scared of you-you are my alpha…why does it feel like it was the same feeling when …I-” he whispered as if the clouding darkness at the back of his mind was bleeding into reality. “I don’t want to feel like this, ”

Lan Wangji could almost taste his emotions in the air, if this continue he might undergo a Drop. “Wei Ying…” he calls as he release an ample amount of his pheromones around his omega, creating a space that he hopefully deemed safe. He walked few steps closer, his hands hovering in the air, hesitant to touch and stress his omega further.

Wei Wuxian caught his hand midair, although he was visibly trembling, he cradled the alphas hands into his cheeks. A trickle of tear fell down his cheeks as he squeezed his eye shut. Lan Wangji could see how he shuddered at their contact, and the tension that eased from his omegas shoulders. It was a small step, but a big improvement.

Lan Wangji shifted his hand and wiped the tears in Wei Wuxian’s eyes. “Better?”

Wei Wuxian nodded slowly, before he oomphed himself into the alpha’s chest. “Your scent calms me down.” The alpha who was clearly elated over his words, responded with a thicker wave of his scent. He giggled softly as he wrapped his arms around his alpha’s waist. “Mhm, Smells like Lan Zhan…and burning soup!”

Before he can realize it, the kitchen was clouded with a thin layer of smoke. The vent must’ve sucked out the majority of it since they haven’t noticed it even though the pot was practically in flames. He was about to haphazardly touch the burning pot to salvage their dinner when Lan Wangji pulled him back, he gasped as Lan Wangji shut the stove immediately and placed the cover over the lid. Despite the cover, the pot still overflowed, the scalding liquid spilling on the countertop and onto the floor. Lan Wangji quickly carried him up bridal style, his toes barely missing the hot liquid.

Lan Wangji placed him over the counter as he knelt on the cold-tiled floor. His golden eyes swept over his exposed legs, but it was nowhere near the looks that those men gave him. His Lan Zhan’s gaze were full of concern and worry, “Did you get hurt?”

He shook his head. “No…”

Lan Wangji nodded in relief as he started cleaning off the spilt soup on the floor with a mop. He stayed quiet as he watched his alpha clean off his mistake. A dark haze of clouds that he thought he had conquered already when he got out, loomed over him. Once again, he let other people clean off the mess he left.

Wei Wuxian sat quietly in their bed as he waited for Lan Wangji to finish washing up in the bathroom. He wasn’t usually fond of having baths before going to sleep since he was extremely lazy when it comes to drying off his hair that always get all fluffy when it’s humid. He fiddled with the soft towel in his hands and started staring at the clock that was slowly snapping to eight pm. His hands tightened around the towel as he took deep breaths.

He was in his alpha’s home. He was safe.

Lan Wangji soon exited the bathroom leaving a trail of steam and fog. He was drying off his own hair as he approached the dazed omega who was staring into space. “Wei Ying, bath.” He called softly yet he didn’t receive a response. When he was already calling his name for the 3^rd time and he was practically standing in front of him, only then the omega snapped into daze and peered up at him in confusion. “Wei Ying?”

“You’re done washing?”

Lan Wangji nodded hesitantly, carefully taking note of his omega’s strange behavior.“Mhn.”

“Then I’ll go next okay?” He stood up with giving him a side glance and rushed to the bathroom.

The door clicked softly behind him as Wei Wuxian entered the bathroom in a haste. He pressed the lock on the knob in reflex. His eyes turned to the sliding lock, before he quickly slid it close too. Just to be sure?

Just to be sure of what exactly?

He was safe in this house. Somehow…at the back of his mind he can comprehend that…He shuts his eyes tightly and takes a deep breath. Maybe a short soak in warm water will help him calm down. He carefully strips his clothes and place them on the clothes basket on the side.

A small smile curves on his lips as he noticed how there was already warm water filling the bathtub. He dipped his hands in, taking in the soft scent of lavender and vanilla. He loosens up his hair tie and dips himself inside the bath. A relieved groan escapes him as he soaks in the calming effect of Lavender and the warm water.

A few minutes passed and just when he thought he had finally calmed down, the lights in the bathroom suddenly went out. The water splashed out from the tub as he grasped the sides of the tub. He knew this exact moment. It was something he had kept from everyone else, even Chu Hua. Dread crawled up his spine as he tried to stand up, but his legs were already shaking. His eyes tried to adjust in the dark, but his instincts were already panicking, searching for that unseen danger.

It was a little past eight in the evening when he decided to take a bath before Chu Hua and Lan Hua. They were busy doing some food preparations for the event that the other flowers in the brothel are required to attend. Since the three of them were excluded in the performance, it was their job to supply the guests with never-ending finger foods that costs more than his tuition for an entire year. There was a lot of instance that he wanted to sneak some into his mouth but Goddess of Details Chu Hua actually knew how many desserts he was placing for each bowl. He wouldn’t want to get smacked to eternal damnation for taking even just a small bite.

The hallways were quiet since most of the people were busy in the Banquet. H was quite confident that he wouldn’t run into anyone and would have the bath house to himself. He was pretty lax and slow as he covered himself in suds, cleaning off the grime and scent of plum that clung onto his fingers after making too much dessert.

He didn’t expect that one of the client in the banquet would come up behind him…

The lights went out…and the next thing he knew-

“WEI YING!” There was a loud crash followed by a splash as the Alpha pulled him off of the water. Wei Wuxian fell into a fit of coughs as his lungs struggled to block the water. Crystalline tears fell from his eyes as a pair of arms encircled his waist, and pulled him off of the water. A strangled mix of whimper and scream escaped the omegas lips as he trashed in the alpha’s arms, his fingers clawing out to escape him.

Lan Wangji persisted despite receiving a light scratch at his cheeks until he was able to pull his omega from the water. Should he have come any later, his omega could’ve perhaps loss consciousness under water. It was good that he was able to scent his omega’s distress from the room when the lights suddenly went out. He didn’t think twice and broke down the door to tend to him.

He wrapped the omega tenderly in his arms, holding him as he trashed and cried out tears that sliced deep within his heart. He didn’t think that he’d be helpless that not even his own scent couldn’t calm the omega down.

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Wei Wuxian’s eyes snapped open just as the light seeped into the lids of his eyes. He blinked a few times as he felt a pounding headache starting to surface. He hesitantly pushed himself off the bed, a shocked gasp escaping him as he saw Lan Wangji lying beside him at the side of the bed. On the Floor. Why is he on the floor? His usually calm face was also contorted into a slight frown that in turn made him frown.

“L-Lan Zha-” he tried to say before a fit of dry cough interrupted him. Lan Wangji was awake in an instant and was on his feet to give the omega some water to keep his coughing fits at bay. He gulped the water greedily until the fits have finally died down. He cleared his throat loudly, confused as to why his throat felt kind of sore.

“Wei Ying…how are you feeling?” the alpha asked in a low hesitant voice.

He tilted his head in confusion, weirded out by the alpha’s question. “Why wouldn’t I be…okay?”

Lan Wangji’s lips tightened in a thin line and covered the omega’s hands with his as he sat on the bed adjacent to him. “You don’t remember?”

“Remem…ber?” He echoed back just as snippets of last night finally flooded into him. The lights going out…the cold water on his skin…the way it closed around him and-

“Wei Ying.” Lan Zhan calls him firmly. “Listen to me, give me five things you can see right now.”

“I uhm…Five things I can see?”

“Mhn.”

He hesitated at first before looking around and following Lan Wangji’s instructions. “I can see the…bed.”

“Mhn. And?”

He looks around the room, “The Pillows…The clock…The Door and,” he blanked out again and stared into space before he heard Lan Wangji call his name again. “One more Wei Ying.”

He blinked a few times, his vision focusing to his alpha’s face. “You…I can see you.”

Lan Wangji reached for his hands and rubbed his fingers softly. “Four things you are touching right now?”

Wei Wuxian paused for almost a minute, before he continued once again. “I’m touching the soft bed…the pillows…my clothes and…your hands .”

Lan Wangji nods, “Three things you can hear right now.”

He tuned in to his environment, his senses now grounding him enough to be able to have some semblance of coherence in his thoughts. “I can hear the clock ticking, the tweets of the birds outside, and your…your voice. I can hear you.”

“Two things you can smell right now?”

Wei Wuxian answered faster this time, his breathing evening out, his heart feeling lighter than it was before. “The lavender incense in the room and your scent.”

“Last one thing you have to tell me, how are you feeling right now?”

He felt his breath hitched as he stared at Alpha’s extremely straight forward eyes. “Not so…okay.” Tears brimmed from his lilac eyes as his shoulders shook.

Lan Wangji gently gathered him in his arms as he cuddled the omega into his lap as he cried. “Wei Ying…”

“Lan Zhan I’m sorry…I hurt you didn’t I? I didn’t mean it I swear. I wouldn’t dream of hurting you! Not even in my next life. It’s just that I-”

“Wei Ying…you don’t have to be always okay, you don’t have to always pretend that you are strong. I’m here.” Wei Wuxian’s breath hitched as he nodded again and again. He knows that. Moon Goddess how could he not know that. How many times has it been since his alpha saved him? Wei Wuxian forgot how this felt ever since his parents died.

Ever since his Alpha Father and Omega Mother left this world, it felt as if the weight of the entire world was upon him. His father was an orphan with no relatives that they knew of. His mother’s side of the family…disowned her when she chose to be with an ‘Average alpha’ like his father, and that was equated also to him. Nobody took him in even though he was just a teen who just lost his parents in a snap.

That was when he decided that he only got to rely to himself in managing his problems.

He doesn’t have time to shed tears and grieve for what has already been lost. He continued college while working odd jobs whenever he can. Each day has been exhausting but he can never give up dancing and continued doing hi passion with his friends. His friends were always checking onto him and as always, he would just smile and tell them every day is okay. Before he knew it, it had become a toxic coping mechanism for him. Pretend and Forget. Pretend and Forget. It was a vicious cycle that has left him in an emotional turmoil that he never had the courage to manage.

But now, there was a person that no matter he try to put up a strong front, he would always understand how he actually felt. He can even understand the things that he can’t even understand about himself. It was like the truest breath of fresh air.

Lan Wangji intertwined their hands together as he kissed his tear-soaked cheeks. “You can trust me Wei Ying.”

“Can you…can you be patient with me while I sort out my emotions? It’s just that I…I’m sorry I-”

“Wei Ying…recovery doesn’t happen overnight. Whatever it is that happens, we’ll face it together.”

Wei Wuxian gives him a hesitant smile, but it was brighter than the ones before. “Okay.”

Lan Wangji leans in to give his temples a chaste kiss, “Stay here in bed, I’ll be back.”

Wei Wuxian nods obediently and follows his alpha with his gaze as he slips his slippers on and exits the room. A deep sigh leaves his lips as he takes this moment alone to reflect upon himself. He needs to work on managing his emotions…he didn’t want a repeat of what happened last night. His hands clenches on the bed covers, he needs to start taking better care of himself.

He swings his feet off of the bed, and slips on an extra pair of red fluffy slippers. He pulls the bed covers and smoothens it over the bed. He also fluffs their pillows together and arranges it properly over the headboard. He turns to the curtains next and pulls it over to the side to let the sunlight in. He closes his eyes and basks in the warm sunlight as a small smile curls in his lips.

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By the time Lan Wangji returned with a plate of breakfast, the room was already arranged. Wei Wuxian had also splashed some water into his face and combed his hair a little with his own fingers. He was slightly pale but the slight color on his cheeks and a bright expression on his face gave Lan Wangji a sense of relief. It was small, but an improvement at least.

“We’re having breakfast in bed?” Wei Wuxian asks as he sits up on the bed while Lan Wangji balances the table into their bed.

“Mn.” Lan Wangji then peeled the cover of butter and gently lathered it over the thick fluffs of the pancake while Wei Wuxian waits in anticipation. A low laugh escapes his lips as he saw how Wei Wuxian visibly swallowed thee lump on his throat as he poured some syrup on the top. “Eat.” Lan Wangji offers him. He didn’t have to be told twice before Wei Wuxian started scarfing down onto his meal. Syrup stuck from the sides of his mouth that Lan Wangji would wipe wordlessly before eating his own share of pancake.

The pair ate their breakfast in a comfortable silence with occasional praise from Wei Wuxian as if what he was eating was from a Michelin Rated restaurant.

As Wei Wuxian was helping Lan Wangji fix their utensils, Lan Wangji’s phone rung from the bedside table. Lan Wangji slides his screen to answer the call as he wipes the last smears of syrup on his omega’s face with a small smile. Wei Wuxian obviously noticed how messy he ate the first time he did this, but he liked the small token of affection too much to act like he did notice. Lan Wangji’s form visibly straightened when a voice of an elderly woman replied from the other line.

“Good Morning Lan Wangji, I hope I didn’t disturb the two of you?”

“Not at all. We just finished our breakfast.”

“Then I take it that A-Xian has woken up?”

“En.” Lan Wangji replies as he smoothens out the hair of his pair. Noticing the quizzing look from his pair, he replies softly, “Dr. Shen is calling us to check on you.”

Wei Wuxian nods in understanding before he points at their finished meal. “I’ll put this away while you have your call with her?”

“Mhn…return okay?”

Wei Wuxian gives him a small smile, “I’m not going anywhere without you Lan Zhan…well except downstairs cause that’s still near…super near.”

Lan Zhan chuckles and nods. He turns back to his call and apologizes for the small interlude. Dr. Shen laughs on the other line. “No harm done. I am actually relieved that he sounds really lively after his episode…but you should know by now that that couldn’t actually be the case right?”

“En.” Lan Wangji answers, a grim expression on his face. The events last night terrified him too much that he quickly dialed Dr. Shen for a first said before he brings his mate to the hospital. Luckily, despite it being the middle of the night, Dr. Shen was lucid enough to advise Lan Wangji over transferring his mate suddenly to a location he is not familiar with.

“After you called me last night, I decided to rush his bloodwork. Just like how I feared it to be, his bloodwork showed some traces of some kind of omegan suppressant that isn’t part of the approved by the medical Experts. From what I have gathered from my colleagues, it was banned for the general public use due to its influence on the hormones of omegas. This could be a contributing factor on A-Xian’s up-and-down behavior.”

His frown deepens as he stands up from the bed. “Physical Repercussions?”

“Talking it over on the phone is quite complicated and would require a lengthy explanation that requires the presence of the two of you. If you two can drive to my office today, I would like to have a small chat with you and your mate.”

Just in time, Wei Wuxian comes back in their room after washing and drying their plates. He looks at his alpha in confusion when he motions him to come closer. “Dr. Shen is asking if we can go to her office to talk…”

Panic burst from his chest the moment those words came out of his alpha’s mouth. He almost, almost answered in reflex that he was okay. That he didn’t need to talk to a doctor. There’s nothing wrong with him. But he also knew that it was time. He was an adult for Moon Goddess sake. It’s time to face his internal issues and move on to a new chapter of his life together with his alpha.

With a hesitant smile on his face, he agreed. “If you’re coming with me then yes.”

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Their trip to the hospital was a little tense and quiet. Suibian and Bichen who were escorting the two as usual also sensed the unusual atmosphere and decided to stay quiet and let the couple linger in their own space quietly. Wei Wuxian was quietly hugging Lan Wanji’s right arm, his huddled form leaning entirely towards him as he play with the hem of the alpha’s shirt. Lan Wangji was answering emails on his phone as he gently stroke the head of his omega.

A few minutes into their trip, Wei Wuxian finally noticed that they were going on the opposite direction of the hospital. He perks up and stares at the somewhat private neighborhood that they are currently traversing in. “I thought we were going to visit Dr. Shen?”

“Mhn, In her Private Office.”

Suibian looks back from the driver’s seat and smiles at him. “Dr. Shen has her own clinic back at their house. I always accompany Bichen there for his monthly check up.”

Wei Wuxian’s nerves calms down a little since it would mean that there would be less people. He didn’t think he’d be able to feel calm if there are other people other than the ones he knew in the room. Sensing his slight distress, Lan Wangji holds his hands into his. “How are you feeling?”

Wei Wuxian clasps his hands back and smiles a little, “Kind of nervous…but not that much with you here.” Lan Wangji kisses his knuckles softly and pulls him closer to his side. “I’ll be with you.” Wuxian beams at him and nods before leaning into his shoulder.

A few turns later, they finally reached a small clinic attached at the lowest floor of a two-story house. The walls were painted with  soft blue and the foremost side was decorated with a clean luminescent sign that states the name of the clinic. Green shrubs and colorful flowers were sprinkled all over the fenced lawn giving it a homey atmosphere. Lan Wangji opens the door for his omega and then asks the two to have their break. Bichen complies and reminds them to call him if they’re finished so he could pick the pair up.

Dr. Shen was sitting on a rocking chair just outside their home, covered in a small knitted blanked when he spotted the pair exiting the car. He quickly sets his tea down and welcomes the two. “Wangji, A-Xian.”

“Good Morning Dr. Shen,” Wei Wuxian greets politely with a small smile, his hands holding his alpha’s hand to him tighter.

“Good Morning.” Lan Wangji greets after him.

Dr. Shen gives the pair a warm smile, “Good Morning to you two as well. My apologies for calling you here on a short notice, but I take it that the two of you are both aware as to why I called you here, Yes?”

“En.” Lan Wangji answers as Wei Wuxian nods wordlessly.

“Great, then let’s continue this important conversation inside over a warm cup of tea?”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

“I have the analysis of your omegan hormones with me alongside the previous tests that you did last time you were here. I will explain some important pointers so we can prevent the small incident your Alpha told me last night, so listen carefully okay?”

Dr. Shen sets up the projector screen in front of them as she sits on her table facing her computer. “The graph you’re seeing right now are the levels of hormones in A-Xian’s sample, compared to an average omega’s. As the two of you can see, his levels are fluctuating intensely than normal. This abnormality in his results and…the events from last night made me conclude that this could be a result from an intake of a particular drug. I sent A-Xian’s blood for analysis, and here are the results.” Dr. Shen showed a scanned image of Wei Wuxian’s blood work results. “There’s a significant amount of Omegan Suppressant found in his bloodstream.”

“Suppressant?” Lan Wangji asks. If he wasn’t mistaken, suppressants are not supposed to last more than a day or leave traces a day after it was injected. His omega have been with him for quite a while and he hasn’t taken any medication since then.

“The type of Omega Suppressant we found in him was Estracequinil or commonly called as ‘Ring around the Rosie’. Despite its efficacy that completely suppresses an Omega’s Heat, this is on the top of the charts of the most banned drugs.” The screen flashed an image of pink pills shaped like transparent petals encased in a white bottle. “Do you remember how did you take this and how long you did?”

Wei Wuxian cleared his throat before answering, “We-uhm…all of us are asked to take one…petal every day after our midday meals.”

“Then your exposure to this drug is less than a month. That’s quite fortunate since this will significantly decrease the severity of its side effects.

Wei Wuxian stiffened at the mention of side effects. Dr. Shen turned the presentation to the next page. Data of the frequency of cases for each side effects were flashed on the screen as Dr. Shen went over it.“It’s observed side effects that caused it to be wiped out from the general market are sudden changes in moods of omegas, night terrors, panic attacks, paranoia, anxiety, and depression. There’s also a study that stated that alongside it’s suppression of an omega’s heat, it actually piles it up and makes the next cycle of an omega extremely intense. There are reports of omega’s going on drops due to its side effects that affects the emotional and mental well-being of omega’s immensely. Due to the imbalance in hormones, your cycles can either be too early, too late, or none at all for the mean time.”

Lan Wangji’s lips thinned as he read the data of the side effects carefully. “Is there a way to flush the drugs from his system?”

“There’s no existing direct treatment that will flush the drugs completely from A-Xian’s body. This Rosie drug is a menace that a small fraction of the field of medicine are still working on getting a cure since it’s a drug that the…underground society use and smuggle illegally. What we can do as of now is to help his body work its magic on its own. From what Lan Wangji has told me last night…you have experienced some of its…bad effects already?”

Wei Wuxian bit his lip, before he nodded meekly. “I didn’t have those before…but I’m having panic attacks now…and anxiety I guess?”

“Do you want to talk about…the things that might’ve triggered it?” He was silent for a full minute, making the atmosphere unintentionally dreary and grim. Dr. Shen sits near him and Lan Wangji before she speaks again in a soft coaxing tone. “I want you to understand A-Xian that this is the one causing an imbalance in your emotional well-being. Whatever it is that triggered such response from you, is amplified by this nasty drug. If we are able to identify these triggers, we...your alpha and me can work out an arrangement that can help you desensitize yourself from the triggers and strengthen your emotional and mental well-being.”

Wei Wuxian let’s out a shuddering breath as he fiddles with his thumb, “I-” he chokes on his words as he turns to Lan Wangji with a terrified expression on his face.

Lan Wanji holds his cheeks and places his forehead over Wei Wuxian’s, “Breathe Wei Ying…” He sucks in a mouthful of breath in response to Lan Wangji’s words. “Do you feel comfortable answering this question Wei Ying?”

“I-I want to…b-but what if-”

Lan Wangji caresses his cheeks lightly. “None of the words that you will say can change anything between us.”

“I-uhm…I think…w-when the light turned off…I-I panicked.”

“Is there a horrible memory associated with the absence of light A-Xian?” Dr. Shen asks softly as she takes down notes.

“T-There is…” he chokes out as he grasps Lan Wangji’s hands tightly, “But I…I’m not ready to say it out loud yet.”

“That’s okay, I assume it’s an important matter that only the pair could talk about. Aside from the absence of light, is there anything else?”

Wei Wuxian bites his lips, before he spoke the words softly. “When…when someone gets close to my back without me noticing them…”

“I see. I take it that these two are the main triggers that caused you to have an episode a while ago.” She concludes as she writes it on her clipboard. “I don’t recommend avoiding these triggers completely since I’m afraid that avoiding the inevitable can bring more harm than facing it. Forcing yourself to adjust on it will also be detrimental to your health, so I also don’t recommend forcing exposure onto this. What I ask the two of you to work on to lessen the chances of triggering a negative response would be developing a different mindset over these triggers gradually. Think of it as…associating these triggers on different things, more on positive light rather than the negative memories you have got it with. The first step on doing this is acknowledging  the negative memory. I am not going to ask or request that you tell it to me, but I hope that you can find a person that you can trust and work this out A-Xian.” She advises giving a side glance at Lan Wangji.

She pulls out her prescription notepad and scribbles down some medicine names, “You could also start doing some mind-clearing and calming exercises in order to strengthen your emotional and mental well-being. Alongside those two previous things, you can take these vitamins to strengthen your body. A healthier and more balanced diet is also advisable. Although we can’t flush this dangerous drug in a snap, A strong body in every important aspect could alleviate-or diminish it’s side effects until it was completely expelled from your system.”

“I-uhm…calming exercises?”

“Yes, Stuff like Yoga…and meditation sessions.” She cites carefully, “My daughter is a huge fan of Pilates.”

“I…used to do yoga every morning. It helps me improve my flexibility and to stretch out the sore spots In my body before we…uhm  dance.”

“Oh, really? That’s great!” Dr. Shen replies good-naturedly.

Wei Wuxian nods, slightly happy over the simple improvement. He was initially not looking forward on his trip here since it could definitely poke some sore spots, but Dr. Shen was completely motherly and understanding throughout their talk. He was neighter pushy, or dismissive. Lan Wangji wasn’t talking much, but he appreciated his silent support to him through small rubs on his palms. It was clear that he had a lot of things he wanted to ask, but he respected the fact that he still wasn’t on the right headspace in opening up to him.

“I’ll help him work out a schedule and make sure his meals are complete and nutritious.” Lan Wangji promises solemnly.

“Aside from that…I would also like to give you guys a little warning, I guess? I am not blaming how the two of you quickly engaged into a more…intimate relations immediately.” Wei Wuxian cleared his throat lightly remembering their bathroom endeavor, “You are a fated pair after all that has faced quite messy circumstances. Your instincts are probably urging the both of you to cement the bond in order to assure your partner. But I must have the two of you know, that A-Xian’s current state is still quite fragile. You must thread carefully on your relationship and take things slowly while he stabilizes his fluctuating hormones.” She peels off the prescription paper and gives it to Lan Wangji.

“Take these one every meal, and this one once a day. I would also like to have the two of you come here every two weeks so we can monitor A-Xian’s progress. Don’t forget to contact me if you have questions, or during emergency. Don’t hesitate okay? I prefer the safety of you, young one’s than an old woman’s slumber.”

“Thank You…Dr. Shen.” Wei Wuxian states as he gives the woman a smile.

“It’s kay A-Xian. This is what I like to do best, helping handsome omegas like you to get better.”

Wei Wuxian laughs at her joke good naturedly. “I don’t think that word is appropriate for me when I’m beside Lan Zhan.”

Dr. Shen waved her hand dismissively, “Bah, Lan Wangji’s face is paralyzed in this perpetual blank face. I offered my humble service, but it seems to be incurable…that is until you came along of course. Who would’ve thought that his facial muscles can actually function? You are much more handsome in a first blooms of spring kind of way.”

“You don’t look so bad yourself Dr. Shen.”

“What a flattering young man.” She turns to Lan Wanji with a serious look on her face, ”Lan Wangji-I like him. Get you things straight okay? I’ll ask my husband to castrate you if you do something to deliberately hurt him.”

Lan Wangji’s lips curled into a small smile. “I won’t.”

Dr. Shen walks them to her porch as Suibian and Bichen stops at the side of the road. Lan Wangji and Wei Wuxian expresses their gratitude again and promised to bring a food basket when they return. The Alpha and Omega pair at the driver and shotgun seat shared a smile when their bosses entered the car with a clearer and lighter air around them. “Where to sir?”

Lan Wangji hugs Wei Wuxian who was smiling faintly at his chest before replying, “Are you in the mood to eat Wei Ying?”

Wei Wuxian tilts his head, “We’re eating outside?”

Lan Wangji nodded, “Mhn to Lotus Pier.”

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When the two of them finally reached “Lotus Pier”, the small droplets of rain turned into light drizzles that dotted the windows. Wei Wuxian watched the small droplets combine and trickle down as Suibian parked the car in the reserved parking space. He didn’t know that Lan Wangji also knew of this place that his sister Yanli owned with her husband. His mouth was already watering at the mere thought of the dishes sister Yanli used to cook for them when he visited the Jiang Household with Jiang Cheng.

 Bichen was the first to exit the car with an umbrella and opened the door on Lan Wangji’s side. Lan Wangji then took the other umbrella and opened the door to Wei Wuxian’s side. He hunched towards the mega extremely cautious and careful to not get the omega wet. Wei Wuxian laughed at his alpha’s extreme focus on not letting the rain touch a single strand of his hair. “Lan Zhan, a drop of rain wouldn’t hurt me.” Lan Wangji stared into his eyes at the small comment.

Wei Wuxian who was making light and fun of the gesture immediately zipped his mouth shut when he saw the pure genuine concern in his alpha’s eyes . He quickly turned his eyes away. He rubbed his thudding heart unconsciously. If he wants to protect this mere body of mine from rain then let him.

When the omega had fully emerged from the car, Suibian secured the car before following the couple with Bichen. Lan Wanji wrapped his arms around the unusually quiet and unusually red omega and pulled him under the safety of the umbrella. 

The two pairs ambled across the rows of stylized rocks that lead to the entrance of the restaurant. Despite the gloomy feeling the rain brought to the place, it still maintained its heartwarming air, mainly due to the colorful lotus flowers growing at the large expanse of the lake that surrounds the area. Most of the lotus flowers have yet to bloom which caught Wei Wuxian’s attention. 

Along with the memories of going to this place with his parents back when the family heads were still the ones managing the restaurant, were the times where he would always sneak to pick a few lotus pods to eat. His hands were itching to practically jump and take a few to snack on, but with the presence of his partner who was carefully guiding him without getting him wet, how can jump into the lake that will soak him entirely? Instead, he reigned in his hunger and pretended to be all serious about getting wet as well.

They soon reached the entrance, a familiar attendant greeting him in a shocked and delighted manner. “Young Master Xian~! It’s nice to see you again -I mean welcome!”

Wei Wuxian smiled at her in amusement, “Still as energetic as ever Xiao Xiu.”

The maid’s cheeks dusted quickly a light shade of pink in embarrassment, “I am able to work in a good environment all thanks to you Young master Xian.”

“How’s Grandma Xiu?” he asked casually pertaining to the grandma who raised the teen along with her two younger siblings.

“Grandma Xiu is doing well thanks to you young master and Boss Yanli. My two siblings are also going to school now.” She expressed with an immense tone of gratitude. She still hadn’t forgotten the time when Wei Wuxian defended her when a rude and drunk young master from a well-known family asked her to do something immoral. Since she was a mere server and due to the wealth the rude young master flaunted, she thought she didn’t have the right to decline. He might be an important customer after all. He didn’t expect for the kind gege who was currently helping them pick lotus pods in the lake would take charge and help in all his disheveled…dripping with water glory.

“I didn’t think you would know the staff here, Young Master?” Suibian asked in astonishment. He and Bichen kept quiet and observed the two as if they’ve known each other for quite a long time now. Lan Wangji on the other hand wasn’t quite surprised, this was a restaurant owned by his sister-in-law after all. He should more or less know some of the staff and the area. He wanted him to eat something familiar after a tedious session with the doctor, and he wanted to formally introduce himself to Wei Wuxian’s family.

“Xiao Xiu here makes the sickest bowl of tangyuan, we should try it, Lan Zhan!”

Lan Wangji nodded with a small hum as he took Wei Wuxian’s jacket while the omega continued to babble endlessly about what they should eat. Xiao Xiu was an extremely perceptive lady despite her Beta dynamic, she has a 6-year of experience as a fujoshi after all. The air around the two, how do she put it…was stickier than the obvious flirting antic young master Xichen and Jiang Cheng. This was much gentler than the ones the two bodyguards accompanying this slightly familiar alpha had. That’s right! She was certain that this was a display of pure indulgence and doting from a person to the person they like!  Xiao Xiu almost combusted on the spot from the PDA of the pair. She was itching to run to the kitchen and report to Yanli jiejie what she had witnessed, but she was still a staff of the Lotus Pier and she had a job to do. Job first before fangirling of the embodiment of a couple she used to read in BL Novels.

“Which table do you want to dine in sir? The table facing the budding pink blossoms is available.” Her determined eyes burned towards Lan Wangji’s eyes, sending silent signals to choose that area since it was Wei Wuxian’s favorite hangout spot. It was the area where the lotus pods are bountiful and the water was shallow. The pink blossoms in the area also provided quite an alluring view and o=romantic air perfect for their meal. 

Lan Wangji, fortunately, received the signal and nodded in agreement. “We’ll take that area.”

“Good choice young master! Let this attendant guide you after I notify the server to provide the menu and tell you about our specials for today!” she cheerfully suggested.

Wei Wuxian waved his hand dismissively, “I’ll take Lan Zhan there, you go get back to your work.”

Xiao Xiu smiled even wider, “Okay, then I’ll let Yanli jiejjie that young master has come to visit with, ” she stared meaningfully at the tall quiet golden-eyed alpha, “her brother-in-law.” She quickly ran like a rabbit before Wei Wuxian could even reply. He looked so disappointed and bummed out as if someone kicked his puppy.

“Aiya, she didn’t even let me correct her. You’re not Yanli jiejie’s brother-in-law only, you’re also my husband.”

After saying such a brazen statement that even made a shameless alpha-like Suibian blush, Wei Wuxian quickly recovered and pulled Lan Wangji along towards the spot Xiao Xiu had given them. He wasn’t hoping for such a perfect place that would still be open with the restaurant's seats almost full all day long. He was like a kid who had just been allowed to enter a toy store with such excited mirth in his eyes. Lan Wangji just smiled at him indulgently and motioned for Suibian and Bichen to follow them too.

Wei Wuxian’s breath hitched a little when the familiar spot beside the pink blossoms entered his vision. He couldn’t help but tear up a little when he saw phantoms of his family and him enjoying a bowl of lotus pod soup right at this spot. Lan Wanji who quickly sensed the sudden change in his mood held his hand and rubbed it comfortingly. He blinked back the tears and took deep breaths and recited what Dr, Shen told him; Enjoy Little Things. It’s good that he still got to visit this place…and with his alpha to boot. He shouldn’t focus on the sad part and celebrate this small offering of happiness. 

He squeezed back into Lan Wangji’s hands and finally decided to step in the familiar curves of the elegant table setting. He sat on the right spot facing the wide expanse of the lake littered with the floating pink petals. The leaves shook lightly spilling more pink petals in the air as the light cold breeze of air brushed towards them. He turned to the warmth coming from Lan Wangji and leaned into him as he spoke in a nostalgic, reminiscent tone. “My mother loved this spot very much because this is where she met father. He was hired by the Jiang Family to renovate the Lake to be a part of the restaurant while she was a close friend of the Jiang Family that helped in decorating the place. It was love at first sight. They weren’t fated, but it was as close as they could be to each other.”

Suibian and Bichen had long excused themselves to have a look at the garden at the back of the restaurant. Lan Wangji was grateful for the privacy as he listened earnestly while caressing his omega’s hair.  “I miss them, very much so. But I’m sure they’d be sadder if they knew that I am also sad. Wherever they are, I’m sure they’re happy for me now that I have someone…” he trailed just as a wind brushed against his cheeks, but instead of being cold…it was warm as a gentle caress.

The two were quiet as they enjoyed the nostalgia brought by the light drizzle of rain. Lan Wangji used to be put off at the idea of rain due to the gloom it entails. But spending It with Wei Wuxian, the warmth between them as they snuggled together, he silently thought that rainy days weren’t as cold or gloomy as he perceived it was.

A few minutes later, Suibian and Bichen returned with a lady who maintained an elegant air despite being dressed in a simple chef outfit and an obvious bump on her belly. Her delicate features were scrunched up in a fierce expression as she marched towards their table. He sat up properly on instinct as Jiang Yanli, the eldest daughter of the Jiang Clan, stood in front of him. She placed her hands to her hips and stared down at Wei Wuxian who was smiling at him wryly.

“Jie jie…it’s nice to see you.”

The elder sister in question stared down. Her cheeks puffed in response to the casual greeting of his little brother whom she hadn’t seen for a long time. She always called and asked Jiang Cheng about him but was told that he also disappeared. If he didn’t show up for another week, Yanli swore she would find this prodigal brother of hers by hook or by crook. It was already shocking enough that his brother got pregnant and was soon off to live with his boyfriend. 

“Baobei, why were you running off on your own like that.” His husband pointed out carefully as he placed his hands on Yanli’s waist to support her belly.

Wei Wuxian’s imaginary hackles immediately raised on their ends when he once again saw the annoying face of Jin Zixuan, the alpha who married her sister Yanli. He wasn’t the type that mistreats his sister, Jiang Cheng and he made sure of that, nor was he a black-bellied scumbag. He just had this something in him that irks him and Jiang Cheng. The two of them can’t find a reason for an unfounded animosity. The both of them then decided that this man must’ve done something in his past life that made the both of them uncomfortable at the mere presence of his.

Lan Wangji who was watching closely on the shifts in the omegas current mood encircled his hands on his waist and rubbed it comfortingly. Wei Wuxian melted into his ministrations unconsciously making Jiang Yanli quirk her brows up at the sight of the two.

“A-Xian, why are you with my brother-in-law?”

Wei Wuxian stiffened as he instinctively straightened up his posture. That’s right… Jiang Cheng must’ve introduced Lan Xichen to his family since he was with a child. She and Lan Wangji were practically families now….then there was him. He gulped as he flashed a wry smile.

“It’s good to meet you again Sister-in-law. Although in a different circumstance.”

Jiang Yanli was speechless for a moment before she gave a soft sound of acknowledgment. It hasn’t been long or so since she unexpectedly met with the family of her younger brother’s lover. Jiang Cheng’s lover was a famous man whom she frequently saw on T.V. Their Uncle that served as the Guardian of the two siblings was well-mannered and was said to be one of the well-respected and known Lawyers in the City. The Younger sibling was a successful entertainment company himself. With such accumulated wealth and status such as these, Jiang Yanli was prepared to set her foot down to defend her little brother’s honor. She didn’t however expect their family to be very apologetic on getting her brother pregnant out of wedlock.

The Uncle brought complimentary gifts for her and her parents and promised to have his nephew take responsibility properly and would never wrong their omega son. The atmosphere became harmonious and familiar with each other as the family tried to move past the previous grievances. The two couples seemed to hold affection for each other after all. Despite the slightly lively atmosphere, the youngest of the Lan siblings remained quiet and would offer polite words when asked.

It wasn’t out of Arrogance or indifference, Jiang Yanli was sure about that. It was just that he was…quiet. Like a flower on a cliff. Unrestrained and unreachable by anyone else. He had this aura around him that could make a person sit up in a dignified manner.

That man from before was a contrast to the man who was sitting…inexplicably close to whom she considered as her own brother also. How should she put it into words? It was as if…there was a sticky atmosphere between the two? Could it be that they are also…

Her detective pondering was halted for a moment when her husband bowed slightly to show respect to Lan Wangji. “It’s Good to meet you again C.E.O Wangji.” Lan Wangji nodded in acknowledgment and motioned him to stop bowing.

Jiang Yanli sighed helplessly as she watched how Wei Wuxian clung to Lan Wangji as a Koala would to its Tree. She had more or less guessed how these two are to each other.

“I was worried what kind of black-bellied man A-Xian would bring home. I’m glad it was you.” She spoke sincerely at Lan Wangji.

Wei Wuxian who had been tense all this time stared at the two who both nodded in tacit understanding. Big question marks popped on top of his head but his Sister Yanli just smiled and told him he brought home a big fish. More questions popped but Jiang Yanli has already walked away saying she’ll bring the dishes in soon.

Wei Wuxian who was left out of the conversation???

Lan Wangji stared at his clueless omega before kissing his cheeks lightly. Wei Wuxian smiled before placing a particular distance between the two. “Let’s exercise restraint while we are here Lan Zhan. I’m afraid I might incur the wrath of Sister Yanli if she found out I disappeared and then suddenly popped out with a boyfriend. We will part but only for now okay? Only for now so don’t be lonely without me.”

Bichen almost choked on the cool water Suibian brought for him. Suibian rubbed his back in concern as Subian told him to take it easy drinking water. Lan Wangji’s lips curled into a rare smile as he nodded obediently to his omega’s request.  He was too cute for him to disagree and tell him that his sister had more or less realized it already. 

Wei Wuxian nodded in all seriousness before pointing out what he noticed earlier, ”Why does that- I mean Why does Sister Yanli’s husband know you?”

Suibian explained on behalf of Lan Wangji as he fold the napkins that Bichen kept on pulling away from his grasp “About that, C.E.O Wangji back then had to make a collaboration project for Zixuan-Ge and Xichen-Ge since the two of them won the variety show different Entertainment Companies joined. But the company, even though it was owned by Zixuan’s Ge own family, wasn't able to escape the “Alpha Escorting Ring” their former company did. Lan Wangji found out about it and did everything in his power to help the individuals. Some of them are in the company now. I was also…I used to be one of them.” Bichen held his hand in concern as he gave a little of his scent to calm the alpha down.

Wei Wuxian’s heart went out for the two. His previous anger towards the man he thought to have stolen his sister lessened significantly. So there was a reason he was very aloof around omegas with the exception of his own wife. Even alpha’s too experience the things most of them perceived to occur to omegas exclusively.

He held Suibian’s hand and gave him a smile of comfort. Suibian squeezed back. “I am doing okay now. I’ve been going to therapy with Bichen every two or three weeks. I wanted to kind of share this with you to uhm, tell you, young master, that you can lean on us as well. We’d like to understand you and are willing to help you in every step of your recovery.”

“Aiya. Stop making me cry. I now declare us as sworn brothers. My future babies will call both of you Uncle Suibian and Uncle Bichen!” He poured water on his glass and raised it in front of the two. The two helplessly followed the other omegas lead as Lan Wangji also followed. The four of them were even closer when Yanli returned with their food.

Steaming plates of different varieties were placed in front of them making Wei Wuxian’s mouth water. It has been so long since he had tasted his sister's cuisine.

“I’m afraid my husband and I won't be able to join all of you today. The kitchen's kind of hectic and we have all hands on deck since a banquet will be held later at night here. I hope you all understand. We’ll properly dine with you as soon as schedules permit us.”

Wei Wuxian didn’t mind it too much as he practically stuffed his mouth with the Spicy Lotus Soup that he loved so much. “Isll Wisgh Shee you laghter sister.” Jiang Yanli sighed, holding back the scolding that was bubbling from within her. She just sighed and bid goodbye again before walking out. With how the younger Lan was attentively wiping the broth that got to his cheeks, she’s pretty much sure he was in good hands.

Their small group soon finished their meal and sat comfortably, admiring the picturesque view while they drank tea. He can’t help but smile when he remembered how Bichen almost cried when Suibian gave him his own bowl of Spicy Lotus Soup. He was as red as a tomato as he tried to water down the stinging heat. They were the same with Lan Wangji on that aspect minus the fact that Lan Wangji didn’t show any signs of not being able to bear it until Xichen-Ge told him about it.

The sun burned the sky with a stark hue of orange and yellow as they soon arranged to pay the bill. The two alpha’s split the bill on the agreement that if the four of them go out again, it would be the omegas that would be the one paying. It was a fair trade that satisfied all parties so they all left in a good mood.

When their group decided to bid goodbye to Yanli and Zixuan who were still busy in the kitchen, the light drizzle had already stopped leaving a dew on the leaves. After sending their greetings over their new nephew or niece and a solemn promise of giving a gift, Yanli reluctantly let them go without sending them personally.

Wei Wuxian let out a relieved sigh as she watched from a distance as Yanli played around with her husband. "It's good she didn't find out what happened..."

Lan Wangji placed a comforting hand over his shoulders. " But I'll tell her someday. She and the baby's welfare is more important…" Lan Wangji nodded with a small hum. It's good that he's realizing how to open up on his own.

The two resumed their slow pace until Wei Wuxian stopped momentarily. He stared at a particular area filled with flowers with a heartfelt look. He held Lan Wangji’s hands, “Lan Zhan, can we stay for a while?”

Suibian and Bichen stopped bickering with each other and nodded in tacit understanding to their Boss. Suibian gives the keys to Lan Wangji before pulling out Bichen to play somewhere else. After the two left, Wei Wuxian silently pulled him along towards the side of the restaurant where they had their lunch. Lan Zhan kept quiet and squeezed Wei Wuxian’s hands a little to give him comfort.

They soon reached the spot under the tree, a sight that wasn’t visible from the elevated side of the restaurant was revealed. An intricate memorial with fresh flowers and offerings was placed underneath it. Wei Wuxian trembled a little before he took a deep breath and walked closer. 

A picture of a woman hugging a small kid as she smiled brightly at the camera was framed and placed beside the flowers. For a moment, Lan Wangji saw a phantom image of the smile of his omega to the woman….This must’ve been his mother. Then the man who was towering over the jolly mother and son wearing a serious expression should be the patriarch of the family. He was like a silent protector of the two, seemingly cold and aloof, but no one could miss the loving look he had over his wife and his young son.

It was a warm family.

Wei Wuxian knelt before the memorial and caressed the picture of his mother who was smiling. It was taken on his 6 th Birthday they celebrated here in Lotus Pier. He took a deep breath and blinked back the tears. “It has been a long time since I visited you and Dad here, Mom. I was too busy…making mistakes. I hope Dad didn’t go bald as you watch me from where you two are. These past few weeks have been rough…but I am okay now.”

Lan Wangji walks closer to him and kneels down beside him. “Do you see this handsome man? This one is my future husband. Who would’ve thought that fated pairs still exist? ” he states laughing heartily.

“Don’t worry Dad, Mom. No matter how hard life can be now…I won’t cower and be scared. I am both your son after all.” He tightened his hold on Lan Wangji’s hands. “And besides, I also have this most important person with me.”

The two remained in peace as the wind blew softly at them, scattering the blossoms into the air. A few petals landed on the two, making Wei Wuxian smile. 

It seems like his parents were happy for him to find this person as well.

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Wei Wuxian's overall health has yet to recover so the moment Lan Wangji led them back to where their car was parked, he had yawned himself to tears. "I'll drive. You can sleep." Lan Wangji offered as he fastened his seat belt since Wei Wuxian was too groggy to do it himself.

"Okay." Wei Wuxian replied obediently. He didn't have the energy to resist and just leaned on the seat comfortably. 

Lan Wangji went to the driver's side and removed his coat. He draped it over the slumbering omega before occupying the driver’s side. His lips turned up into a small smile as Wei Wuxian rubbed his cheeks into the coat before settling into a comfortable position. He carefully maneuvered the car from the parking lot without jostling his passenger too much and set off to the road.

A little over half an hour of their journey back, Lan Wangji's phone on his coat suddenly rang. He quickly redirected the call to his headset and answered as he turned to a corner. "Lan Wangji speaking."

"S-sir-I there was-"

"Calm down. What is it?" He had instructed his assistant Xiao Yu to not bother him unless it was an emergency or an important matter that needed his input. If he was this panicked as usual, an important figure in the entertainment industry, perhaps an alpha, gave his office a visit.

"T-The Big Boss of Nie Entertainment came. He wanted to talk to you...but you w-weren't here and so I said you w-weren't. He was kind of mad and I swear we did our best to accommodate him but-"

" It's fine. Why did he want to meet me?"

" He said it was a project he had pitched to you a f-few months ago? He wanted to know what  your reply was."

Lan Wangji was silent for a while. Nie Mingjue did talk about this project at the last year-end Party he attended. But the Older Alpha was drunk and was talking about a few projects he wanted to try loosely. He didn't know he was that serious.

"I remember now, is he still there?"

"U-uhm. Big Boss had a prior engagement and just slipped in to remind. He wanted to meet tomorrow at lunch. But I d-did tell him that you're still on leave so-"

"It's fine." He stared at his sleeping omega. " I'll meet him this weekend after my prior engagement. Make a reservation for two with room for a possible companion with him." 

" O-okay I will also inform his secretary. About this...C.E.O I'm sorry I wasn't too upfront on declining-"

" No. You're doing good, Xiao Yu. Make the arrangements and you can go home."

" O-okay Sir!"  The now once again spirited omega replied before hanging up the call. Lan Wangji let his thoughts consume him a little as he thought about the project. It should be feasible as he had made collaborations with the other entertainment company before and was received warmly by the audience. It wouldn’t hurt to do it a second time, but it would need a lot of planning and brainstorming. It was something he couldn’t quite afford to do while he had recently found out that his omega was in such a state. There’s no second-guessing that despite this matter being more fruitful for the company, he would still prioritize Wei WUxian’s health first. 

As Lan Wangji pulled up on the driveway, Wei Wuxian woke up a little. His bleary sight took a few seconds to focus just as a pair of hands scooped him out of his seat. He wrapped his arms around the person's neck on instinct, his expression softening when the familiar scent of sandalwood was found. "Lan Zhan..."

"Sleep more, I'll wake you up when dinner's done." Wei Wuxian managed to nod a little before he faded into a deep sleep once again. His soft puffs of breath tickled the alpha's neck but he made no move to jostle him. 

Lan Wangji remained almost stiff with the exception of his legs walking them up to the doorway and his hands trying to unlock their door. After a few more tries due to his keys falling from his hands and his omega's lips brushing over his exposed skin, he managed to finally enter his own home.

His footsteps were quiet yet brisk as he gently laid down the omega to the sofa. He took a few steps back, his ears burning as he took a few deep breaths. That was dangerous. Extremely dangerous. 

Wei Wuxian shifted on the sofa a little whilst whispering his name in a soft airy voice. His throat went dry then and there. He quickly shifted him so he wouldn't fall no matter how he rolled before speed-walking up the stairs.

Cold showers in the bathroom had been his closest companion after his omega came to live with him.

Wei Wuxian woke up from the sound of merry music coming from the T.V. He had to blink a few times before it focused on the image of a group dancing on the beat of a famous pop song that he assumed one of the current music charts. It was very catchy and dance-worthy after all. He was dazed from waking up and from watching how they swayed and popped their movements from the beat. It gave him a sense of nostalgia from his college days. Back when he and Jiang Cheng impulsively joined a dance troupe since it was required in their school to join a recreational club.

They were supposed to attend a few practices. just for show and so the student council would scold them. That’s what others do anyway. There were quite a few of them that joined the Dance Troupe since that year, there were no tryouts. Most of the members are graduating students and were looking for immediate members they could hopefully train before they go separate ways. 

He can still remember the awe he felt after their seniors performed a breath-taking dance to the beat of a sorrowful instrumental. The expected movements would’ve been fluid movements of the hands and the body, but somehow, they were able to incorporate body locking and skillful flips and turns in the movement. The sorrowful song of being parted with your lover was invigorated with holding onto the hope of meeting once again someday. He didn’t even realize that he was in tears after that.

He was resolute in telling Jiang Cheng that he wanted to get serious. He wanted to invoke that kind of feeling to others that would watch them as well. Surprisingly, Jiang Cheng agreed as well. And so, their days as part of the School’s All-Omega Dance Troupe have started.

Some may think that it was easy. They were basically just moving their body parts around on the condition that it was on the beat of the music to have a decent performance. Dancing was more than that. Feelings, Passion, and Meaning must be seen and incorporated as well. Only then, that mere movements of the body can be called Dancing. The art of body movement.

Wei Wuxian loved dancing. He loved the appreciation the audience would show whenever they perform at festivals. He wasn’t one to feel stage fright after all. But now...after what had happened to him. After how he’d reacted to Lan Wangji, he wasn’t sure if he still wouldn’t mind a thousand eyes spectating him. 

He folded his knees to his chest and hugged it as he lamented silently. He wanted to dance once again.

“Wei Ying...Wei Ying? Are you crying?” Lan Wangji asked in an extremely worried voice. 

“I-I’m not.” Wei Wuxan mumbled. Lan Wangji sighed beside him as he smoothed his hands over his hair.

Wei Wuxian peeked from his elbows. He felt his nose sour a little when he saw Lan Wangji’s worried stare. Was this the moment when people tell you to not cry, but instead it made you cry harder? Hot tears gathered from the corners of his eyes as he reached his hands at him, gesturing to be hugged. Lan Wangji was quick to comply and move closer to him and sat on the sofa. Wei Wuxian climbed up his lap and made himself smaller as Lan Wangji’s arms caged him.

He was very thankful that Lan Wangji didn’t utter a single word as he cried. He just held him and caressed his hair softly. He liked that. He just needed him to be close and give him a familiar touch. Goddess knew how he had come to love and sought Lan Wangji’s touch. 

The program soon came to an end as Wei Wuxian watched with red-rimmed eyes. Lan Wangji was no blockhead. He knew what Wei Wuxian’s hobby was before they met so he carefully asked, “Do you miss it?”

Wei Wuxian hummed. “I do. A lot.”

“Then, would you like to try again?” Wei Wuxian stiffened, a sense of anxiety grappling him. 

“A lot of people...are going to watch.” He replied hesitantly. Dancing involved the object of his fears, which would be the idea of being stared at. 

Lan Wangji massaged the sides of his waist, hoping to ease the scrunch of his brows. “It doesn’t have to be with a lot of people immediately...how about tying with me first?”

Wei Wuxian bit his lip. “You…Lan Zhan?”

Lan Zhan smiles and takes his tablet that was on a table. He swipes a few times before settling on a music player. It was a simple ballad song, the soft background of the orchestra serving as the melody of the song. Lan Wangji stands up from the sofa, taking Wei Wuxian who staggers a little towards him. Lan Wangji efficiently held him up, propping his feet to step on top of Lan Wangji’s feet. 

Wei Wuxian blinked at him as Lan Wangji held him in a waltz closed position. His feet moved fluidly with the melody around the small area in the living room even with Wei Wuxian’s weight on him. Wei Wuxian was in awe. It was as if they were floating in the air, dancing like a singular entity. His feet would go where Lan Wangji’s feet would, his hands pointing to where Lan Wangji’s hands were. It built an aura of comfort as he let his body be led by Lan Wangji’s ministrations.

“I…didn’t know you could dance.” He stammered.

Lan Wangji nodded, “I can’t. This is as far as I could go.”

Wei Wuxian’s eyes curved into a smile, “This is okay too…dancing has different forms…” he trailed before stepping off of Lan Wangji’s feet. Lan Wangji released his right hand, allowing him to twirl before taking him close again. A small laugh escapes Wei Wuxian as he starts following Lan Wangji’s steps of his own volition. 

The music hit a crescendo as Wei Wuxian got drowned in the music that he didn’t notice Lan Wangji had long released his hand. His hands were shut close as his body moved fluidly with the music. Wei Wuxian transcribed the forlorn lyrics into movements, creating a physical manifestation of what the singer felt over the love that was lost. 

Just as the music ended, he set his feet down on the floor, his hands preening at his sides as he bowed down. Lan Wangji’s claps snapped him out of his headspace, his warm expression greeting him. His body stiffened as he searched for that ill look on his face. There was nothing…but admiration. He finally released the breath he was holding as he glomped his entire being towards Lan Wanji.

“I danced. ” He breathed out, his voice muffled from plastering his face into Lan Wangji’s neck.

Lan Wangji nodded, “Mhn. You did. You were beautiful . You looked so relaxed and happy. ”

“I was…?” He whispered, a little stunned.

“You were…I would love to see you that way again Wei Ying.”

“You do? But I…”

Lan Wangji gently encased his cheeks in between his palms, “Was it uncomfortable when I was watching?”

“I…It used to be but now…when you danced with me…and I saw your expression…It doesn’t anymore.” He felt safe. Lan Wangji’s gaze didn’t give him the creeps…but comfort instead. Lan Wangji genuinely appreciated his passion. He loved Wei Wuxian’s dance, and how it made him feel. How can he not love that gaze that gives off that kind of feeling?

“Then every time you would dance…be it in front of a crowd, your eyes should be on me...” Lan Wangji murmured, “Until you are still not comfortable, you will be dancing only for me. ”

“Only for you?”

“Mhn. Not for anyone else.”

Warmth spread into his heart, reaching into that deepest part of him that had run cold after what he had endured. He didn’t have to care about how others would look at him…because Lan Wangji would never do that. He hooked both of his arms around Lan Wangji’ neck as he blinked away the happy tears. “Then you have to watch carefully as I danced, exclusively for you.”

Lan Wangji returned the smile and kissed his closed eyes, “Mhn.”

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“Are you sure I’m allowed to come to your company?” Wei Wuxian murmured as Lan Wangji helped him wear his outer jacket. It wasn’t even that cold anymore but he also insisted on adding a thin scarf to wrap around his neck. “I mean I’m-”

“My omega.” Lan Wangji answered calmly as he tucked a strand of his hair to his ears. He gave Wei Wuxian a once-over with a look of satisfaction on his face when his omega was snuggly bundled up. He continued with a blank expression as if he was talking about the weather today. “Technically, my company is also yours. I have several vacation houses in the city and the province. That is yours as well. I also have-” 

“O-Okay!” Wei Wuxian quickly amended as he waved his hands. He has yet to fully absorb that he’s mated to this person and now he’s offering him everything he owned? Is this the tip of the iceberg of him being a little wife of a rich C.E.O like those in the dramas? Lan Wangji should be very careful. What if he was a gold-digging omega? Not that he was…but still! 

He cleared his throat and tried to shift the conversation to a much more calming one. “What are we going to do at your company anyway?”

“Just to take a few files, then I’ll drop you at the company apartment complex to talk with your friends while I go to a meeting. I’ll pick you up after.”

“My friends?” he asked, 

Lan Wangji nodded as he ensured that the front door was locked properly. “An omega named Hao Lian and a young alpha named A-Yuan were very adamant on seeing you face to face. I’ve persuaded them to wait until you recover a little before I make the arrangements for all of you to meet.”

A gasp leaves Wei Wuxian’s lips. “Really?” Those two…of course he wanted to meet them. To think that he was waiting for a chance to ask Lan Wangji about it. He felt his mood turn up a bit brighter.

“Mhn. A-Yuan shouldn’t have class today.”

Wei Wuxian felt his nose suddenly sour at Lan Wangji’s words. “He’s going to school?” Did he hear it right?

“Mhn. My Nephew and Jingyi go to the same school as him. I arranged for him to have make-up classes for the years he missed while everyone was on the break. If he passes the qualifying exam, he can accompany the other two to the next grade. He’s a very intelligent child.” Lan Wangji trailed in a warm tone that made Wei Wuxian smile. He seems to be very fond of the teen as he was.

“Great…that’s great. A-Yuan is a bright child. He never forgets the things you tell him.” Although Chu Hua cannot be a caring and emotional parent for A-Yuan, he was very particular about teaching A-Yuan. He would bring intermediate books for A-Yuan to study when there was spare time and was very particular in his uhm…teaching methods.

Wei Wuxian felt an overflowing amount of happiness in his heart; he couldn't help but stand on tiptoes and place a kiss on Lan Wangji’s lips. Every day, this person just keeps on being so good to him he’s afraid he might not be able to handle it someday. “Since I can’t say thank you…I’ll express my gratitude with a kiss.” he trailed, giving him a beaming smile. 

“Wei Ying…” Lan Wangji murmured, the soft sensation of the small kiss still lingering on his heated skin. An idea struck into the usually calm alpha. He didn’t bat an eye as he shamelessly opened his mouth to utter the words, “I helped you wear your coat today.”  Wei Wuxian looked at him, confused.  

“I-what Lan Zhan?”

Lan Wanji places a finger over his face, right at his lips. Wei Wuxian’s cheeks flushed a deep shade of red when he finally comprehended what Lan Wangji meant. He shyly leaned in and gave his lips a smack. Lan Wangji’s face brightens up in a way that Wei Wuxian came to understand as the other’s expression of happiness.

A laugh escapes him when he sees Lan Wangji look at him expectantly when the alpha opens the car door for him. His Lan Zhan, he’s too cute.

It was Suibian and Bichen’s day-off so Lan Wangji took the liberty of driving the both of them to the company. He even helped Wei Wuxian wear his seatbelt and got his payment with a few kisses in between Wei Wuxian’s giggles. After a few more soft kisses and acting cute toward his alpha, the two finally set off to the company at 11 AM sharp.

The trip to the Cloud Ent’s building wasn’t that foreign to Wei Wuxian. After all, he used to take the same route since they would always do a public performance in the park near it with his dance troupe. What changed now would be that he won’t go past the huge domineering building, and even had the opportunity to go inside.

Wei Wuxian felt a little giddy when they went past the security and went to the underground parking. Lan Wangji changed gears and parked the car on one of the VIP corners. There were a few cleaning staff and agents with their artists lingering in the area so Wei Wuxian had to, ahem, render his payment in advance before Lan Wangji opened the car.

The artists, a few of whom Wei Wuxian was familiar with, nodded and bowed to Lan Zhan in greeting. Towards the little person bundled with clothes besides their company C.E.O….they were left at a stalemate and could only talk amongst themselves when the two-person had already entered the building using the executive elevator.

Who was that person?

They seemed to have a close-knit relationship with their elusive C.E.O…

And did they just come out of the same vehicle?

The elevator was for Lan Wangji’s private use so they didn’t encounter the same people that gave them curious glances. Lan Wangji even silently threaded his hands to hold Wei Wuxian’s while they waited for the elevator to reach the highest floor which was Lan Wangji’s office.

The hallways, as expected since the entire floor was Lan Wangji’s, were void of people much to Wei Wuxian’s relief. The interior of the floor was simple and really minimalistic. The hallways were lined with transparent glass that gives a breathtaking overlooking view of the city. The view should be phenomenal when it's night time. A small receiving area with leather seats and a mahogany centerpiece table was situated just before the door to Lan Wangji’s office.

Lan Wangji leads him on one of the seats, “Sit here while I go in to pick up the documents.”

Wei Wuxian adjusted his scarf and reluctantly let go of Lan Wangji’s hands. “Okay,” The door closed with a soft thud, leaving Wei Wuxian on one of the leather sofas outside alone.

He felt a little restless alone that he couldn't help but fiddle with the hem of his scarf. When he got bored looking at the individual threads of his scarf, he took a glance at the walls decorated with framed pictures of famous omega stars that he usually sees in internationally acclaimed films. The others were popular performers that his college alpha peers talk about during lunch break. 

It never fails to amaze him on the amount of importance Lan Wangji gives to omegas like him. If only the other business owners think the same as him. The world will surely be a better place for everyone. No one would have to do the things, chu hua, him or A-Yuan had done. 

Lan Wangji who was carefully arranging the files he had on his hands frowned as soon as he got a whiff of the souring scent of his omega. He quickly sets the files down to the table and approaches Wei Wuxian calling his name softly, “Wei Ying…who made you upset?” His hands wrap securely around Wei Wuxian’s waist as he tucked his head on the dip between the omega’s shoulders. 

Wei Wuxian laughs softly as he leans comfortably into Lan Wangji’s arms, “There’s no one here to bully me. Feeling just a little nostalgic, ”

Lan Wangji purses his lips, “I will not let anyone bully Wei Ying.”

Wei Wuxian unlaces Lan Wangji’s hug before turning towards him. His mood always feels a little lighter whenever Lan Wangji gives him hugs. “Mhn, I know.” 

After reassuring him for the nth time that it was nothing serious, and that he was no longer feeling down, Lan Wangji releases him from his hug. He took the files he needed for his meeting before quickly taking Wei Wuxian’s hands in between his. Wei Wuxian squeezed his hands a little, grateful for the small touch of comfort. 

“So-I-uhm…who are you going to meet?” As soon as it came out from his mouth, Wei Wuxian swore internally and willed the ground to swallow him alive. He sounds like a little wife sounding if his partner was having an affair. “I-I mean. You can NOT tell me. If…if it was confidential and it’s not like I’m-”

“I’m meeting a business associate. The C.E.O of a…friendly company. They wanted to support the project I currently have at hand. I originally arranged for you to come with me…but I thought you prefer talking with your friends than doing business stuff with me.”

“N-No, it’s fine. Won’t that be weird? They don’t know me.”

Lan Wangji chuckles as he presses the floor leading to the underground parking lot. “He always brings a different omega to,” Lan Wangji coughs a little, “accompany him for a drink whenever we meet. Of course, I can bring a partner of my own.”

Wei Wuxian felt his cheeks a little. “But…I want to see Chu Hua and A-Yuan today…”

Lan Wangji nods his eyes curving into something close to an eye smile, “I know. I’m taking you there right now to meet them.”

“Later,” Wei Wuxian murmurs under his scarf as they pass through some people in the parking lot.

“Mhn?” Lan Wangji asks.

“Your…reward. I’ll give it later.”

His expression brightens up even more that Wei Wuxian feels as if he’s about to go blind. If being handsome was illegal, he would’ve been in prison for a lifetime. “I’ll be waiting.” Lan Wangji murmured. Incomprehensible curses filled Wei Wuxian’s brain as he tried to quicken his steps to get away from God’s greatest creation. Too bright. Very bright.

He was about to go and bury himself in the car when Lan Wangji called his attention, pointing at a different exit. “We’re going this way.”

Wei Wuxian wordlessly shifts direction and goes to the direction Lan Wangji was pointing at. An audible gasp leaves his lips when the path breaks into an area filled with a lot of greens and the smell of nature. The path walk made of cobblestones was framed with towering trees and shrubbery. It was a sight straight out of a fantasy setting. Something like a mystical forest, but with a modern touch.

Is this…?

“Hao Lian and A-Yuan are on the Second Building, 6th Floor, Room 61A 2nd Floor 22B.”

Wei Wuxian only heard this private complex from the vlogs of the artists he followed that live here. Located just behind the domineering Cloud Ent. HQ was the towering twin apartment complex where most of the company’s artists live. It was said to offer services that were on par with many-starred hotels. The privacy of the residents was also heavily protected. Paparazzi rarely get past the security to get some black material from the artists.

He couldn’t hold back the shock when it dawned upon him, “Oh My gods…they live here?”

“Mhn.”

Wei Wuxian swallowed the lump that formed on his throat before he reached for his alpha’s hands, “Lan Zhan…”

Lan Wangji tucks a strand of his hair over his ear, “I wanted to. This is the safest place for them to heal.”

Wei Wuxian smiles at him before muttering, “I owe you a lot of kisses now.”

“We have quite a long time in our lives for you to pay it all forward.”

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The interior of the building was even grander than the already exquisite entrance. A receptionist was stationed at the very front with guards on each side of the door. They greeted Lan Wangji respectfully before nodding at Wei Wuxian, seemingly unsure how to address the omega that their Big Boss brought with him. 

The receptionist at the counter, a petite male omega, smiled at the two of them before bowing respectfully at Lan Wangji. “Good Afternoon Boss and uhm,”

“Wei Wuxian. He is my partner. You will be seeing him a lot starting today.” Lan Wangji introduced without missing a beat making Wei Wuxian almost choke. He coughed a few times before pulling his scarf down and giving the receptionist a bright smile. “Hi.”

“I see! Good Afternoon as well Big Boss Husband!”

Wei Wuxian looked even more shocked than what was shown on his face. The receptionist surnamed Wang was quick to catch on and adjusted well to the situation completely. The satisfied expression of his Big Boss’ was enough to know how serious he was with this omega. He must treat this person very well.

“We’re here to visit his friends, are Hao Lian and A-Yuan here?”

“Oh, Let me check the system first, sir.” The receptionist tapped away on his computer as Wei Wuxian tried to wrap his head around the fact that someone outside their familiar circle just acknowledged their relationship. He was even called Lan Wangji’s husband.

Sensing his deep thoughts, Lan Wangji leaned in to whisper in his ears. “What’s wrong?”

Wei Wuxian blushed looking away, “He called me your husband.”

Lan Wanji looked genuinely confused, “Are you not?”

Is.he.not? Was that really the point he should focus on!? “What if they gossip outside…?”

“They know not to talk nonsense about the tenants affairs, it should be even clearer that they should not talk about the relationship of their boss outside when I haven’t disclosed it yet.”

That gave Wei Wuxian a sense of relief. Lan Wangji was not only well-known for his company and his talent, but due to his god-like visuals as well. His pictures were already scarce as they are, but it was still enough for him to build his very own fanbase. As a fan, he himself knows how others would react if someone famous suddenly revealed that they are in a relationship. Just thinking about it gives him shivers.

“Sir Hao Lian is upstairs, but Wen Yuan went out to buy a few reading materials with his friends. They should be back in a few hours.”

“Thank you. I’ll trouble you to guide him to Hao Lian’s room. I have to go first.”

“Of course, Sir.”

Lan Wangji nodded at him in acknowledgement before turning to his omega. “I’ll go first okay? I’ll pick you up after my meeting. If you need to go out, call me first. I'll send the driver to you okay?”

“Mhn. I’ll wait for you here.”

“Okay, Be good.” Lan Wangji trailed before kissing Wei Wuxian’s forehead, “I’ll be back soon.”

The receptionist had to swallow back his emotions as he watched his big boss and his partner be intimate. Plastered in his face was the generic smile that receptionists have mastered but deep inside, God knows how much he wanted to slam his fist on the table from all this fluff. Is this the legendary C.E.O and his pampered Wife AU!? If only he could gossip about this with his friends, but he didn’t want to die early. He can only stand there and be a third wheel as the two spread fluff. After warning his partner about random things for another full five minutes, his big boss finally left, leaving the seemingly nice omega here with him.

Wei Wuxian turned at the receptionist before smiling awkwardly. “Hi.”

The receptionist nodded at him solemnly, “Don’t worry boss, It’s normal for couples to be this *cough* affectionate.”

Wei Wuxian didn’t make other comments. He was willing to go along with the receptionist to save himself from the embarrassment. ”*cough* Sorry. Can I go use the elevator now to go up?”

“Of course sir, Lin Mu, our elevator staff will guide you.”

“Thank you,”

Wei Wuxian quickly expressed his thanks before walking briskly towards the elevator where a staff member was waiting. He was grinning widely as he greeted Wei Wuxian warmly. The staff in the building was so genuinely nice that Wei Wuxian couldn't help but talk to the elevator man a little before he reached his designated floor. Even though it was only for a short time, the two were able to share their grievances at the golden days when Lan Wangji still participated in the End of the year performances. Despite the numerous famous stars in the company, it was evident that the highlight of the event was their C.E.O Lan Wangji’s performance.

“It was nice knowing a fellow fan of Lan Zhan’s work.” Wei Wuxian commented as the door dinged to indicate his arrival to Hao Lian’s floor. His expression was solemn and content after finding a comrade in fangirling over anidol. 

The beta man laughed before nodding. “My coworkers always tease me for being the C.E.O’s fanboy, now that the Boss’ husband is a fan as well, they would not dare talk nonsense again.”

Everyone slipped into acknowledging him as their Boss’ partner like a duck swimming in water that Wei Wuxian felt he was the weird one for not being able to wrap his head around it. What he didn’t know was that in the entirety of their years working for Lan Wangji’s company, this was the first time he sent someone personally. Hell, this was the first time he brought in a partner. That was enough for them to realize that their boss was serious with this person. This was a hot issue where they could only talk amongst their workplace. 

Wei Wuxian could only smile at him as the doors of the elevator closed. He let out a loud sigh as the elevator descended leaving him alone in the hallways. He needs to get used to this kind of stuff sooner than later. He loosened his scarf a little since the temperature of the building was well adjusted to not to be too cold nor too hot. He started checking the plates placed beside the doors that indicated who was living in each apartment. He can’t help but be in awe when he notices a few names he only sees in T.V. 

He finally stopped when he reached 61A. A simple name., ‘Hao Lian’, was written under the number. Wei Wuxian smiled. It is good that he’s starting to use this name, it’s more beautiful than the one before despite being named after a flower.

He pressed the doorbell once before waiting patiently outside. A few minutes passed and just as he was about to press the doorbell again, the door opened revealing a fresh from the bath Hao Lian. His hair was wrapped in a towel with his body clad in a light blue fluffy robe. 

“Your husband finally let you out of the bedroom?”

“We weren’t-”

Hao Lian rolled his eyes at him. “It’s fine, bedroom matters between partners must not be disclosed to the outsiders.”

Wei Wuxian grumbled audibly but the obvious expression soon evaporated out of thin air when he finally saw the interior of Hao Lian’s room. “The hell are you opening your mouth in surprise for?” Hao Lian asked, knocking Wei Wuxian out of his stupor. 

“The rumors about the luxury apartments of the idols in Cloud Ent. are real.” He exclaimed in awe. The interior of the room was even more dashing in person. Every furniture, even the table centerpiece screamed wealth. He was so indulged in admiring it that he forgot that the same exact house he was living in was worth way way way more than this single person apartment.

Hao Lian couldn’t help but raise his brows at Wei Wuxian’s words, “What? Your husband is making you stay in a dilapidated building?”

Wei Wuxian huffed, “What of course not, his house is even more Legendary than this…but come on! It’s the Luxury Apartment that even the big idols of other entertainment companies envy!”

Hao Lian took a deep breath and decided to ignore the first half of Wei Wuxian’s statement. Praising whatever his husband had, like a little wife. Oh well, he’s much better like this than the depressed little wilted flower he was before. He silently willed the Buddha to give him more patience for this creation of his. “I am very appreciative of the arrangement your husband made, but I would appreciate it more if we stopped standing here, I have neighbors Wei Wuxian.”

Hao Lian didn’t need to speak more as Wei Wuxian excitedly went in, almost bumping Hao Lian out of the way. “Oh wow, the view is spectacular.”

Hao Lian didn’t comment as he prepared their tea since the view was indeed spectacular. When the matter of the brothel was fixed, he was very much prepared in expressing his thanks to Wei Wuxian and fading into obscurity. Maybe go to the countryside and plant some potatoes with A-Yuan. He was dumb strucked when the brother of Wei Wuxian’s partner, Lan Xichen himself brought him to this…luxurious building.

He originally wanted to only let A-yuan have it lest he might have the impression that he will take advantage of his connection to Wei Wuxian…but the man was obstinate. He mentioned how he wanted to express their gratitude on Lan Wangji’s and His partner who was Wei Wuxian’s close brother’s behalf. Hao Lian was a smart person and it was embarrassing to decline when it was graciously offered many times so he finally agreed. 

He silently watched the omega whom he just casually helped but was paid tenfold with a rare soft look, “Wei Wuxian, thank you.”

Wei Wuxian smiled at him, “What for? You obviously helped me way, way more. You’ve helped me keep my sanity…and do things for me as much as you can.”

Hao Lian looked away to blink back his tears. It was incredibly annoying and endearing at the same time how stupidly good this person was. Just give him a small helping hand and he will be seriously in debt to you. “You’re so annoying.”

Wei Wuxian frowned, “What? I didn’t do anything.”

Hao Lian just huffed and allowed this little oblivious thing as he set down the tea on the table, “Nothing, have some tea. A-Yuan might take a while so let's do a little catching up okay?”

Wei Wuxian gratefully took a sip from a tea sighing softly at the aromatic taste of jasmine. “Lan Wangji told me that A-Yuan is starting school?”

Hao Lian nodded, “yeah, it’s a good thing he hasn’t lagged behind that much from kids around his age. He can still catch up to the latest grade after a few qualifying classes. Your brother-Jiang Cheng arranged for him to follow the kid around A-yuan’s age they adopted.”

Wei Wuxian almost spit his tea, “What? He adopted a kid1?”

Hao Lian looked at him distastefully before giving him a wad of tissues, “Restrain your reactions please, if he hadn’t said it himself I would’ve doubted you were acquainted. The kid’s name is A-Ling, a little feisty omega. I can see A-yuan shaping up to be a part of society soon enough.” Hao lian recalled nodding appreciatively. 

“Oh, he hasn’t told me yet. I’ll ask when we meet again…how about you, what are your plans?”

Hao Lian sighed, “Well, first of all, my psychologist must evaluate if I'm stable and emotionally equipped to hold a job.” The scarred part of his neck stung a little making him rub it absentmindedly. His action went unnoticed that Wei Wuxian gasped in shock when he saw it. He was so used to seeing Hao lian wearing intricate dresses that he didn’t really pay attention to his…

“W-Why…what…can I ask? On the second thought forget it-”

“It’s fine.” Hao lian interrupted in a flat tone, “it happened a long time ago anyway. Back when I think love is the most wonderful thing in the world.”

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Hao Lian, was just like any other omega when he was Wei Wuxian’s age. He would be lying if he denied fantasizing about meeting his fated pair, and getting swooped off of his feet. All the fairytail glitter bullsht. He was innocent, gullible, over trusting… exploitable.

He was around A-Yuan’s age when he met the person that destroyed his life, and idea of Love. The society wasn’t as progressive as it was before, no omegas were allowed to have work on their own. Hell, he can’t even see an Omega being a soloist idol, or a famous actor on his own in televisions. It was a suffocating, alpha-driven society. 

Omega’s like him have little to no space in making a life on their own that even his own Omega mother soon gave up on sending him to school. He could still remember the scalding words that shook him back to reality. 

“What are you even studying for? Even I, your mother can’t read more than the things related to managing the household. What use will it be for you if you’re going to marry someone else one day?” 

Hao Lian was dumb founded. Shouldn’t it be that since you never had the chance to have it…you wouldn’t want the same thing to happen to your own child? For the first time, Hao Lian doubted if his mother really meant what she named him. Hao Lian, Destined for Love. Was it really what it was? He certainly didn’t feel loved by his mother.

He could only angrily rush out of his house, wiping his tears before it could blur his eyes. It was obviously useless since it still obscured his vision until he bumped into an alpha. Hao Lian, who was practically starving from affection, found safe haven in this person. But this person? What he saw was a gullible, unsuspecting prey. He hid his malice under the wraps of his gentle and caring attitude that Hao Lian was foreign to. 

It was too late for Hao Lian to realize the man’s true colors. He had already coaxed him to leave their home and live with him. Why hadn’t he seen the signs? Why hadn’t he considered their tender age before he went with this man? Hao Lian turned blind eye to all of his countless  shortcomings.

He excused his behavior of losing his affectionate attitude to being too tired from work. He excused his dismissive behavior when hao Lian asked about work to his affairs not going too well. He would always comfort the man with his own body even though he was already tired from studying, and working at the same time. All for that bastard whom he thought had saved him from the lion’s den…little did he know that he actually delivered himself in the tiger’s jaws.

The days with him were the first time Hao Lian truly felt the meaning of his name. Destined to be Loved… and so he allowed the man to be his first. He allowed the man to love him, and loved him in return. He even allowed him to mark his neck, sealing a semblance of a bond between them. Even though it wasn’t the fated pair he dreamed of when he was young, it was everything that he had expected. Sweet, Loving, and it felt like Home.

He first had that inkling of suspicion when that man offered to have Hao Lian work in the bar of his boss. The pay was even higher from offering fliers downtown and it wouldn’t be too cold during winter either. Food and dwelling was also managed by the establishment so it was an absolute win-win…at least it should be. 

But he had school…he didn’t want to give up his studies to become a florist…flowers were the next thing after that man that gave him comfort. How could he give that up? That was when the man disclosed that he actually had a huge debt to the boss after a job mishap. That was why he would smell like booze when he came home…like different omegas. He had to be at the beck and call of his boss or they would kill him.

At the thought of that person losing his life, Hao Lian felt his heart break. He gently hugged the man and resolutely extinguished his decision on considering school. Nothing can be more important than the life of his love. When he thought about it more, Hao Lian found that it was extremely promising. He could work with him, and save up on the food and housing expenses. They will soon achieve their dream of having their own home before building a family. 

The man watched on the sidelines as a very articulate web was spun around Hao Lian, trapping him without even knowing it. He held back a smile as Hao Lian finally asked what the job was.

Blinded by his love for that man, Hao Lian failed to see the sinister look on the man’s face.

“Serving wine to rich young masters.”

Hao Lian didn’t think it was weird. His mother didn’t teach him about deceptive things, about jobs, or what those ambiguous words could mean, so he agreed. They sold their house and went to work at the bar of that man’s boss.

It was exactly as the man said to him. Serving wine and rich young masters. Hao Lian was born with a pretty delicate face. With his soft peach blossom eyes and jade-like smooth skin, he was a fan favorite to serve wine. They must’ve liked him so much that sometimes they would touch him indiscriminately.

It got a little out of hand when he told it to that man after a job. One of the customers caressed his ass, he wasn’t even trying to hide it and just laughed it off when Hao Lian showed discomfort. That man just looked at him in disguised irritation as he downplayed it, “He’s a customer Hao Lian, endure and he will give you money. Soon we can save up and get out of here.”

And so he did.

Even though it disgusted him, he plastered a smile. The smile that he reserved for his love finally lost its meaning. He soon forgot what smiling actually meant. For him, it was a mask. A camouflage to hide his contempt, sadness, pain, sorrow…and betrayal.

He maintained a smile when the Head Lady of the bar which turned out to be a brothel afterall, told him that…that man ran away. Leaving him to pay all his debt. He maintained his smile as the Head Lady slapped him the deed of the contract with his signature on it. Since he quitted school, he never understood that it wasn’t a marriage contract. It was a contract indicating him as the co-person shouldering the debt.

He felt so numb that even when the facts were right in front of him, he refused to believe he was abandoned.

He was destined to be loved, how can that man abandon him?

So he smiled and waited. He smiled and waited everyday as he served wine. He smiled and waited until he felt a shock coming from his neck. It was painful as if it was burning. He keeled in pain as the other omegas in the brothel sneered at him. He didn’t know what the pain was. His mother didn’t teach him what it was…but that man did. 

It was the pain of that man forging a fated pair bond with another person.  

It was already too late when he learned what it was. A fated pair bond, and a bond cannot coexist. A bond that was never fated can only be erased when the alpha bit the omega gland of a fated pair. That was the only time Hao Lian’s smile broke.

His tears that he had held in broke down as he clawed the burning pain on his neck. He cried and shouted his throat raw all night. He cried for his mother who didn’t even bother looking for him. He cried for that man who broke all his promises and trapped him here. And finally, he cried for himself who believed all of their lies.

 In the morning, just as when the Head Lady arrived to finally force Hao Lian to the night affairs of the brothel, she saw a perfectly composed Hao Lian. Dressed in exquisite clothing. His expression was solemn yet graceful that it rivaled the top girl in the brothel herself. He was just like an untouchable flower, blooming on top of a cliff. He bowed respectfully to the lady, the lady was horrified to see the bloody marks on his neck that were poorly dressed with bandages. 

She quickly called for a doctor and asked if it had the chance to fade. The doctor shook his head so she could only order Hao Lian to wear high neck outfits from now on. He nodded. Not even complaining, or screaming, or rebelling just like the head Lady expected.

He smiled at the head Lady and asked for his flower name.

He was no longer Hao Lian…he wasn’t destined for love. The heaven’s had made it very clear for him already. His mother…that man…everyone. So why must he resist and struggle further? He should just accept the heaven’s have ordained for him… so he won’t get hurt a thousand more times.

Hao Lian died, but Chu Hua bloomed. He lost his dream of being a florist and became the flower to be picked himself. He became an unrivaled courtesan that even the owner favored. When Chu Hua lost that favor, he didn’t bat an eyelash. It was what heaven arranged, then so be it. He will just accept anything that was handed to him and would never ask for something more.

“H-Hao Lian…” Wei Wuxian softly muttered as he took his nth tissue for today, “How could you tell that with a straight face…”

Hao Lian sneered, “Haven’t you cried enough for the both of us already. Hurry up and dry those tears or your husband will accuse me of making you cry.” It was a clumsy excuse to make the other man stop crying, but Hao Lian sincerely wanted Wei Wuxian to stop hurting for him. After all, he no longer feels anything for what had already happened. 

It felt weird for another person that didn’t experience it to cry for him.

“I swear…you will be happy this time wuwuuwuwuwuwuwuwuwu I will have Lan Zhan send you to school Hao Lian….you must study well and be a florist wuwuwuwuwuwu.”

“What? I’m too old for school already, quit it.”

“No, No. You must be the flower arranger for my wedding. You need to start studying now wuwuwuwuwuwuwuwu” Hao Lian was too distracted in his crying that he didn’t get the chance to stop Wei Wuxian from dialing his husband’s number.

“ Lan Zhan wuwuwuwuwu, you help me make Hao Lian a florist wuwuwuwuwuwu. Please I will work hard on kissing you so please wuwuwuwuwuwu.”

Hao Lian was dumb founded once again as he stared at Wei Wuxian flirst with his husband, and care for his well-being at the same time.

“Okay okay wuwuwuwuwu I will call you again later. I will stop crying now uwuwuwuwuwuw.” Wei Wuxian ended his call and blew his nose to the tissue, “You heard that? Lan Zhan will help you be an apprentice of a Flower Arranger so you must study well wuwuwu.”

Hao Lian was dumb founded and speechless. He didn’t expect Wei Wuxian to be a cry baby…and be this stupidly kind. He felt his eye sting, but he didn’t dare cry. He would only make this person cry harder, harder than him. “ Fine. Since you insist too much. Just tell me the details when you have it, okay?”

Wei Wuxian nodded and wiped his tears. “Okay…”

“Come on, stop crying, what if A-yuan comes home and sees you like that? He’ll assume that I bullied you again.”

At the mention of the young alpha, Wei Wuxian burst into tears again, “Wuuuuu A-Yuan where’s my baby A-yuan…”

Hao Lian could only roll his eyes as the doorbell rang announcing the arrival of a guest at their doorstep.

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The first thing A-Yuan saw when he opened the door was the fast figure of Wei Wuxian jumping to smother him into a hug. “Wuwuwuwuwu A-Yuan my baby I missed you.”

“I-I Lian-Gege what happened to Xian-Gege crying?” Wen Yuan asked as he awkwardly balanced the things he bought in the store and the crying Wei Wuxian. 

“Here, let me take that.” Jingyi offered, but before he could get it, Jin Ling elbowed him to take the books. 

He glared at Jingyi as if it was his own thing and Jingyi was stealing it. “I’ll take it, don’t butt in.”

“Okay princess, I’m not going to take your Gong’s Things. ” Jingyi teased snickering on the side.

Jin Ling flushed a dark shade of red as he sputtered, “W-What! H-How scandalous shut up!”

Jingyi can only roll his eyes at his clumsy denial before greeting Hao Lian, “Good Afternoon.” Hao Lian only nodded at him stiffly before turning his gaze away in a flash. If that man wasn’t allowing him to hang around Wen Yuan, he would think that the man hated him. “A-yuan, this must be your Xian-Gege?”

The man who was hanging at A-Yuan like an octopus immediately stopped crying. He quickly composed himself and greeted A-Yuan's friends, “H-Hi…I’m sorry for that embarrassing antics. I just missed him dearly, you must be his peers at school, yes?”

Jingyi nodded and introduced himself, “I’m Lan Jingyi, I’m a beta and also a trainee here. This one is also a trainee here,” he quickly elbowed Jin Ling. “I-I’m J-Jin Ling, B- Bófù. ”

Wei Wuxian stared at him in shock, and turned to Hao Lian, “J-Jin Ling?”

Hao Lian nodded. “Yeah, that’s your nephew.”

Wei Wuxian looked at Jin Ling and included him in the octopus hug, not even Jingyi who wasn’t related to him escaped the hug. “I’m so happy to see all of you. You must live and grow up to be healthy, okay? Make smart decisions. I will beat up anyone who bullies any of you.”

The three little ones could only look at Hao Lian for help. Hao Lian only shook his head and waved a careless gesture at them as if saying ‘Let him have his moment, he’s been waiting for this.’

After a few choking hugs later, Wei Wuxian finally calmed down and allowed the three little ones to come in and have tea with them. They spent their afternoon chatting and eating snacks as A-Yuan updated his life to Wei Wuxian. 

Wen Yuan is now living in a shared dorm with the two kids on the lower floor. They were still under the age of 18 so they weren’t allowed to have an independent home yet. The other two were helping him in his online class and have taught him about a lot of things like current trends and gadgets.

“A-Yuan is very organized with his things. He is also very responsible that he took it upon himself to help A-Ling in maintaining order on his own things.”

Jin Ling blushed in embarrassment as he smacked Jingyi’s arm, “What are you slandering me for?”

“What? Did you forget that A-Yuan was the one always cleaning up your study table since you’re too lazy to do it?”

“I-In my defense, I didn’t ask him to do it! It was just that I will continue tomorrow so why to bother cleaning it up?”

“Really, that’s the excuse you can come up with? I thought you just liked the thought of your things being arranged by your Gong. Tsk. what a delicate little shou.”

The red flush on Jin Ling was more noticeable as he tried to smack Jingyi harder. “Shut up!”

“Guys, no fighting please.” Wen Yuan mediated, placing his hand to separate the two.

Wei Wuxian was almost bursting with happiness. He looked at A-Yuan who was chatting happily at the blushing A-Ling and Cheeky Jingyi, then at Hao Lian who although annoyingly scolds the children for being too loud, obviously looked more relaxed than ever. These are what the two deserved, and he’s happy he was a part of that.

The two of the three little ones soon excused themselves since they had to do their training first and cannot afford to have dinner with them. Wei Wuxian regretfully sent them to the door before going back to help the two cook their dinner. From what Wei Wuxian has learned, once in a while, the three little ones would have dinner with Hao Lian. 

While the two were cooking the dishes, A-yuan was busy setting the table. Wei Wuxian glanced at the little one before huddling close and whispering at Hao Lian, “I noticed you’re not particularly fond of…Jingyi, is he a bad kid? He seemed nice,”

At the mention of the kid’s name, Hao Lian couldn’t help but stiffen. His demeanor grew colder that Wei Wuxian couldn’t help but shiver, “Not really, he’s really nice.”

“Then why don’t you…talk to him much compared to A-yuan and A-Ling?”

Hao Lian raised his brows at him, “Why are you so gossipy?”

“Ah No, No…Just curious,” Wei Wuxian excused lamely. He can feel that there’s more to it but he wisely dropped the subject. From his chilly gaze, it was obvious that it was something Hao Lian didn’t want to talk about. He cleared his throat and decided to change the topic. “About the little one A-Yuan, I think he’s related to the friends I have back in Uni.”

“What do you mean?”

“Well, you mentioned that A-Yuan’s…late mother was a runaway from her family, yes?”

Remembering the gossip back when he was a new recruit, Hao Lian nodded, “Yeah. It happened before I was there but the older members told me that it was a freaking fiasco back then. She was almost at death’s door when she ended up at the doors, her pretty face saved her. If it was someone that didn’t live up to that pervert owner’s aesthetics, they would’ve thrown her out without a second thought. When she woke up, she said she ran away from her home…apparently, it was a small thug family that prostitutes their omegas to give birth to babies of the rich. The brothel which had a significant influence in the area provided safe haven for her and her baby while she raked in cash. The heavens must’ve something against her too since she was soon killed in a skirmish leaving the baby A-Yuan to bounce from omega to omega until he fell onto my hands when he was in his late teens. It was a miracle nothing happened to him until then.”

Wei Wuxian became more certain when the family circumstances matched to what the Wen Siblings had experienced before they ran away. “My friend who had the same surname as him has the same family circumstances. I think it’s worth looking into if they are family.” Wei Wuxian stared at the back of the young alpha who was earnestly arranging the table for the three of them, “It could make him a little happier knowing he still has a family.”

“Well, aren’t you playing that part already?”

Wei Wuxian almost choked as he looked at Hao Lian incredulously, “What?”

Hao Lian rolled his eyes at him, “I’m not blind Wei Wuxian. You’re like a mother hen fretting over her chick on this child. You haven’t spent time as long as we did, but he’s practically attached to your hip. You care about him.”

Wei Wuxian sighed, “Well, If I can, I would take him to Mine and Lan Wangji’s home.”

“Then adopt him,” Hao Lian stated frankly.

“Oh, but…” He gave a hesitant glance at Hao Lian. He has been with A-yuan since he was younger. How can he just intervene?

Seeing his inner turmoil, Hao Lian spoke sincerely to him. “Didn’t I tell you this before…although I have been with him all these years, It cannot still outweigh the influence you had over this child. I provided guidance, you gave him love and care. Wen Yuan is no longer an escort to be, he is a growing child that needs care on an emotional level. You are a more suitable parent than me…and besides, you have an alpha that can guide him to his adolescence as an alpha.”

“I…do you think he’ll agree?”

“Well, first of all. You need to consult the appropriate department and experts over your proposition before you ask the child. If he is settled firmly in your household, you can work on his family members afterward.”

Seeing the plans creating paths for him to be able to take the little one home, Wei Wuxian’s expression became happier and brighter. “I will! I’ll ask Lan Zhan.”

“Good. I can help you explain A-Yuan’s circumstances before this.”

“Mhn!” 

Wei Wuxian happily trotted towards the table that A-Yuan had finished arranging. “Aiya, A-Yuan arranged the table so nicely~ Good Job!” he enthusiastically praised rubbing the top of Wen Yuan’s head fondly.

A-Yuan felt his cheeks heated up in embarrassment at the childish praise, “XIan-Gege it’s only arranging the table, anyone can do it even you.”

Wei Wuxian shook his head seriously, “No one can arrange tables like A-Yuan does. For me, it looks especially good.”

“I…Xian-Gege…” Wen Yuan mumbled unsure what to reply to such a claim.

Hao Lian gently mediated for the two and knocked the back of Wei Wuxian’s head, “Stop talking nonsense and help bring the dishes to the table, you too A-Yuan.” The two automatically did as the big boss between the three of them told. 

Soon enough, steaming dishes of hot and sour soup, vegetable fried rice, and some honey pastries for snacks. Wei Wuxian was practically salivating as he and A-Yuan dug into the meal. “Wow, I didn’t know you are such an amazing cook,”

Hao Lian tilted his chin proudly as he nodded, “Of course, I’m that talented.”

“Can you teach me? I’d like to be able to make something for Lan Zhan.” Wei Wuxian asked eagerly.

Hao Lian stopped midbite and stared at Wei Wuxian, from the antennae of his head down to the latter half of his body that is hidden by the table. Somehow…something's telling him that it would be extremely tragic to let this omega step into the kitchen. Call it a gut feeling or whatnot. “Why do you want to fuss in the kitchen when your husband is rich enough to hire your own personal chef?”

Wei Wuxian huffed, “Why not? Of course, I wanted to give my alpha something I made.”

Hao Lian squinted his eyes, “Well do you know his food preferences, allergies, dislikes, appropriate diet plan, and whatnot?”

Wei Wuxian who was casually bombarded with a barrage of questions was speechless. Isn’t it just cooking for your husband? How come it’s this complicated?

It was Hao Lian’s turn to huff as he rolled his eyes, “Before asking me to teach you, you must know these things. Who knows you might kill your husband with your cooking? Speaking of your husband, what time will he pick you up?”

Wei Wuxian’s jaw slack open as he scrambled to get his phone. He bit his lip in anxiety when he saw some texts from Lan Wangji. Luckily it was him informing Wei Wuxian that he was going to accompany his business partner for a drink and didn’t forget to indicate the place as well. He quickly typed his reply telling him that it was fine and that he was having dinner with the two. 

After sending a cute bunny emoji cheering the other at his work, Wei Wuxian set his phone down and returned to the table.“He’s still busy at work., he just wanted to tell me where he is right now.”

Hao Lian nodded, “Well he is a C.E.O of a company after all. It was good that he didn’t forget to check up on you from time to time. He was also like this before when we got transferred here, he didn’t forget to inquire about A-yuan’s transition to studying or if we are living comfortably here.”

Wen Yuan had a small smile on his face as he spoke, “He asked his assistant to give me a few reference books and asked me to tell him if I wanted to have a tutor. Mr. Lan is really nice.”

Hao Lian sighed as he gave Wei Wuxian a once over with a look of awe and wonder on his face, “It must be one of the biggest mysteries in this world that he is mated to an impulsive person like you.”

Wei Wuxian frowned, “Hey, are you insulting me?”

Hao Lian shook his head, “What? Of course not. I was just stating the obvious. Come on, let's put up some movies while we wait. I heard about this movie from A-Yuan yesterday. They say it’s very heart-touching.”

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The person Lan Wangji came to meet was the President of another entertainment company that was considered a close friend of the family, Nie Mingjue. From this, he was able to put up a partnership that will be profitable for all parties involved if it comes to fruition. The negotiations and benefits to be awarded to both parties were written on the contract before they both signed it. When they were finished talking about the specifics and their own visions for the project, It was still a little early so Nie Mingjue offered to buy the two of them some drinks. 

Lan Wangji wasn’t really fond of drinking and opted to decline. Nie Mingjue, who was in dire need of companionship, compromised that Lan Wangji could drink tea. Seeing his insistence, Lan Wangji finally agreed.

The bar the two went to was on the upper-class side of the city as this place was usually reserved for influential people and the like. You can’t really walk a few steps without running into someone that you have probably seen on the finance channel or the entertainment channel. It was a perfect place for people such as the two who owned well-known companies to drink and talk a little without worrying about the paparazzi getting in. Lan Wangji calmly sipped his tea as Nie Mingjue expressed his lament over his family problems starting from his old man returning with an additional illegitimate child. 

“Every year he just keeps on taking his illegitimate kids home and then dumping all of them to me to take care of. And you know what I found out, not all of them were really his kids. Well not all of them, there was an exception.” Nie Mingjue remarked bitterly downing a cup full of drinks.

“Your father…is an eccentric person. President Nie is really patient when dealing with him.” Lan Wangji praised earnestly. Nie Mingjue was actually a close friend of his older brother back in his college days. Even years after graduating, the two maintained their friendship which led to their respective companies cooperating on some projects.

Usually, Nie Mingjue would drag his older brother and their other friend for a night out. Since his brother was busy working on his album and caring for his pregnant omega, Nie Mingjue can only turn to him for…emotional support. “You should have a proper talk regarding this matter with your father.”